The takeoff from Lagos offers more dramatic and visually distinctive scenery—the lagoon system and Atlantic coastline are striking natural features. The CDG landing is primarily suburban sprawl with the Seine as the main visual interest. Right seats on departure provide the stronger scenic experience.
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Flight Path
Lagos to Paris is 2,932 miles (4,719 km), a flight of about 6 hours 15 minutes.
Mauritania's Saharan coast and Atlantic shoreline; Morocco's Anti-Atlas Mountains and Atlantic Plain; Spanish coast near Strait of Gibraltar; Mediterranean approaches to southern France; Rhône Valley corridor leading to Paris basin
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from LOS
RIGHTRight side seats face northwest over Lagos Lagoon and the Atlantic coastline during initial climb. You'll see the lagoon's intricate waterways, barrier islands, and the transition from urban Lagos to open ocean.
Landing at CDG
LEFTLeft side seats on approach to CDG face southeast over the Seine River valley and the Île-de-France region. You'll see the Seine's meandering loops, suburban Paris sprawl, and the distinctive geography of northern France before touchdown.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Lagos Murtala Muhammed (LOS) to Charles De Gaulle (CDG)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Lagos to Paris. The takeoff from Lagos offers more dramatic and visually distinctive scenery—the lagoon system and Atlantic coastline are striking natural features. The CDG landing is primarily suburban sprawl with the Seine as the main visual interest. Right seats on departure provide the stronger scenic experience.
What can I see during takeoff from Lagos Murtala Muhammed in Lagos?
During takeoff from Lagos Murtala Muhammed (LOS), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right side seats face northwest over Lagos Lagoon and the Atlantic coastline during initial climb. You'll see the lagoon's intricate waterways, barrier islands, and the transition from urban Lagos to open ocean. Notable sights include: Lagos Lagoon, Lekki Peninsula, Atlantic Ocean coastline, Lagos urban sprawl.
What can I see when landing at Charles De Gaulle in Paris?
When landing at Charles De Gaulle (CDG), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left side seats on approach to CDG face southeast over the Seine River valley and the Île-de-France region. You'll see the Seine's meandering loops, suburban Paris sprawl, and the distinctive geography of northern France before touchdown. Notable sights include: Seine River, Île-de-France plains, suburban Paris districts, Marne River confluence.
How long is the flight from Lagos to Paris?
The flight from Lagos Murtala Muhammed (LOS) to Charles De Gaulle (CDG) takes about 6 hours 15 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 2,932 miles (4,719 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Lagos to Paris flight path pass over?
Mauritania's Saharan coast and Atlantic shoreline; Morocco's Anti-Atlas Mountains and Atlantic Plain; Spanish coast near Strait of Gibraltar; Mediterranean approaches to southern France; Rhône Valley corridor leading to Paris basin