Marseille to London flight pathMRSLHR

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Flight time2h 05m
Distance615
Heading337° → 332°
Best side
Left
★ 3.0 left·★ 2.0 right

The left side wins on both ends of the flight: a dramatic Mediterranean coastline and Calanques cliffs at takeoff, and a clear Thames-and-Canary-Wharf view during the London approach, while the right side offers only ordinary inland terrain at both points.

Takeoff · MRSLEFTMarseille old port and city, Calanques cliffs, Mediterranean coastline
Landing · LHRLEFTThames River bends, Canary Wharf skyline, Central London skyline

Flight Path

Flight path overview

Rhone Valley, southern edge of the Massif Central, Loire Valley farmland, and the English Channel coast near Normandy before crossing into southern England

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Phase by phase

Takeoff from MRS

LEFT

Departing MRS on runway 31 toward the northwest, the initial climb keeps Marseille's harbor, the limestone Calanques cliffs, and the blue Mediterranean visible on the left as the aircraft banks north over Provence. The right side shows mostly inland hills and the Etang de Berre industrial basin, less distinctive.

Marseille old port and cityCalanques cliffsMediterranean coastlineEtang de Berre lagoon
Aerial window seat view during landing at London (left side) — Thames River bends, Canary Wharf skyline, Central London skyline, London Eye area

Landing at LHR

LEFT

On the typical easterly arrival into Heathrow, aircraft join the approach south of central London before turning onto final for runway 27L/27R, giving left-side passengers a view down the Thames past Canary Wharf's towers and the river's distinctive bends through the city. The right side mostly shows west London suburbs and reservoirs, less recognizable.

Thames River bendsCanary Wharf skylineCentral London skylineLondon Eye area

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About This Route

Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Provence (MRS) to Heathrow (LHR)?

Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Marseille to London. The left side wins on both ends of the flight: a dramatic Mediterranean coastline and Calanques cliffs at takeoff, and a clear Thames-and-Canary-Wharf view during the London approach, while the right side offers only ordinary inland terrain at both points.

What can I see during takeoff from Provence in Marseille?

During takeoff from Provence (MRS), sit on the Left side for the best views. Departing MRS on runway 31 toward the northwest, the initial climb keeps Marseille's harbor, the limestone Calanques cliffs, and the blue Mediterranean visible on the left as the aircraft banks north over Provence. The right side shows mostly inland hills and the Etang de Berre industrial basin, less distinctive. Notable sights include: Marseille old port and city, Calanques cliffs, Mediterranean coastline, Etang de Berre lagoon.

What can I see when landing at Heathrow in London?

When landing at Heathrow (LHR), sit on the Left side for the best views. On the typical easterly arrival into Heathrow, aircraft join the approach south of central London before turning onto final for runway 27L/27R, giving left-side passengers a view down the Thames past Canary Wharf's towers and the river's distinctive bends through the city. The right side mostly shows west London suburbs and reservoirs, less recognizable. Notable sights include: Thames River bends, Canary Wharf skyline, Central London skyline, London Eye area.

How long is the flight from Marseille to London?

The flight from Provence (MRS) to Heathrow (LHR) takes 2h 05m.

What does the Marseille to London flight path pass over?

Rhone Valley, southern edge of the Massif Central, Loire Valley farmland, and the English Channel coast near Normandy before crossing into southern England