Nice to London flight path: NCE to LCY

Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Nice to London. The right side captures both the dramatic Riviera coastline on departure and the Thames/Canary Wharf skyline on arrival, while the left side mostly faces inland farmland during takeoff and south London suburbs during landing, offering far less visual interest.

During takeoff from Cote D Azur (NCE), sit on the Right side for the best views. Departing NCE on runway 22, the aircraft climbs over the Mediterranean then banks right to turn onto its northwest course toward London. That right turn tilts the right side down toward the Riviera coastline, giving a sweeping view of Nice's Baie des Anges, Cap d'Antibes, and the Esterel massif before the plane straightens out over inland France. Notable sights include: Baie des Anges, Cap d'Antibes, Esterel Massif, Nice waterfront.

When landing at City (LCY), sit on the Right side for the best views. On the standard westbound approach to LCY runway 27, the flight path tracks along the Thames Estuary and into central London. The right side of the aircraft faces north, giving clear views of the Canary Wharf skyline and Docklands towers as the plane descends low over the river just before touchdown. Notable sights include: Canary Wharf towers, Thames River bends, Docklands, London City Airport approach.

The flight from Cote D Azur (NCE) to City (LCY) takes about 2 hours 5 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 636 miles (1,023 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.

Cruise track passes over central France, near the Massif Central's northern foothills and the Loire Valley region, before crossing the English Channel near the Kent coast.