About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Bale Mulhouse (MLH) to Gatwick (LGW)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Mulhouse to London. Right side scores higher due to the superior landing approach into Gatwick with the North Downs and Surrey countryside providing genuine scenic interest, outweighing the left side's modest Vosges departure views. The landing sequence is more visually rewarding than the takeoff, and this flight's brevity (90 minutes) means the landing experience dominates the overall journey.
What can I see during takeoff from Bale Mulhouse in Mulhouse?
During takeoff from Bale Mulhouse (MLH), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left side captures the Vosges Mountains immediately after departure from Mulhouse, with the Rhine Valley visible below. Right side shows flat Alsatian plains with minimal terrain drama during climb-out. Notable sights include: Vosges Mountains (west of runway), Rhine River valley, Mulhouse city grid, Black Forest foothills (distant, Germany side).
What can I see when landing at Gatwick in London?
When landing at Gatwick (LGW), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right side offers superior views during the approach to Gatwick: the North Downs chalk hills, Surrey countryside, and the distinctive Gatwick runway layout are visible. Left side shows only flat Sussex plains and open fields with minimal visual interest. Notable sights include: North Downs ridge, Gatwick runway complex, Surrey patchwork farmland, London urban sprawl (distant, north).
How long is the flight from Mulhouse to London?
The flight from Bale Mulhouse (MLH) to Gatwick (LGW) takes 1h 25m.
What does the Mulhouse to London flight path pass over?
English Channel crossing (minimal features at altitude), Kent coastline near Dover (white cliffs visible on clear days), Sussex Weald agricultural landscape