About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Newcastle (NCL) to Charles De Gaulle (CDG)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Newcastle to Paris. The left side wins overall because the Paris approach on the left delivers the most dramatic and iconic views of the flight. While the right side has the better Newcastle departure over the Tyne estuary, the left side also captures the English Channel crossing and the French coastline on descent, making it the stronger choice across the full journey.
What can I see during takeoff from Newcastle in Newcastle?
During takeoff from Newcastle (NCL), sit on the Right side for the best views. Newcastle typically departs southeast on runway 07, so the right side faces northeast over the River Tyne and the North Sea coast. You get a clear view of the Tyne estuary, the coastal towns of Tynemouth and South Shields, and the open North Sea as the aircraft climbs out. Notable sights include: River Tyne estuary and its bridges, Tynemouth Priory headland, South Shields coastline, North Sea stretching to the horizon.
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. CDG typically lands on runways 26L or 27R approaching from the east, meaning the left side faces south toward Paris. On final approach you get a clear view of the Paris basin, the Seine river loops, and the city skyline including the Eiffel Tower and La Défense cluster on the horizon. Notable sights include: Seine river loops south of Paris, La Défense business district towers, Eiffel Tower silhouette, Stade de France visible near Saint-Denis.
How long is the flight from Newcastle to Paris?
The flight from Newcastle (NCL) to Charles De Gaulle (CDG) takes Approximately 1 hour 30 minutes.
What does the Newcastle to Paris flight path pass over?
The flight tracks southeast from Newcastle, crossing the North Sea for roughly 20-25 minutes before making landfall near the Belgian or northern French coast around Calais or Dunkirk. It then crosses the flat lowlands of northern France — the Somme valley, Picardy farmland, and the Oise river valley — before descending into the Paris basin. No significant mountain ranges are crossed. The English Channel is the dominant midpoint feature, typically visible as a narrow grey-blue band with shipping lanes and occasionally the white cliffs of Cap Gris-Nez on the French side.