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Flight time2h 50m
Distance871
Heading330° → 323°

Olbia to London is 871 miles (1,401 km), a flight of about 2 hours 50 minutes.

Best side
RightMostly right
★ 2.5 left·★ 3.5 right

The right side wins overall thanks to the striking Mediterranean departure sequence over Sardinia's coast and the Maddalena Archipelago, plus glimpses of the French Alps foothills during cruise, outweighing the more modest but still pleasant Windsor Castle view on landing.

Takeoff · OLBRIGHTMaddalena Archipelago, Costa Smeralda coastline, Strait of Bonifacio
Landing · LHRLEFTWindsor Castle, River Thames bends, Staines Reservoirs

Flight Path

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French Riviera coastline, foothills of the Maritime Alps, Rhône Valley, Massif Central plateau

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Takeoff from OLB

RIGHT

Departing OLB toward the northwest, the right side offers the dramatic Costa Smeralda coastline, the Maddalena Archipelago's turquoise waters, and the Corsica Strait as the aircraft climbs out over the Tyrrhenian Sea.

Maddalena ArchipelagoCosta Smeralda coastlineStrait of Bonifaciosouthern Corsica
Aerial window seat view during landing at London (left side) — Windsor Castle, River Thames bends, Staines Reservoirs, Berkshire countryside

Landing at LHR

LEFT

On the typical easterly approach into Heathrow's westerly runways, the left side faces south toward the Thames loops near Windsor Castle and the reservoirs of Staines, giving a clear view of this landmark just before touchdown.

Windsor CastleRiver Thames bendsStaines ReservoirsBerkshire countryside

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About This Route

Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Olbia Costa Smeralda (OLB) to Heathrow (LHR)?

Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Olbia to London. The right side wins overall thanks to the striking Mediterranean departure sequence over Sardinia's coast and the Maddalena Archipelago, plus glimpses of the French Alps foothills during cruise, outweighing the more modest but still pleasant Windsor Castle view on landing.

What can I see during takeoff from Olbia Costa Smeralda in Olbia?

During takeoff from Olbia Costa Smeralda (OLB), sit on the Right side for the best views. Departing OLB toward the northwest, the right side offers the dramatic Costa Smeralda coastline, the Maddalena Archipelago's turquoise waters, and the Corsica Strait as the aircraft climbs out over the Tyrrhenian Sea. Notable sights include: Maddalena Archipelago, Costa Smeralda coastline, Strait of Bonifacio, southern Corsica.

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 approach into Heathrow's westerly runways, the left side faces south toward the Thames loops near Windsor Castle and the reservoirs of Staines, giving a clear view of this landmark just before touchdown. Notable sights include: Windsor Castle, River Thames bends, Staines Reservoirs, Berkshire countryside.

How long is the flight from Olbia to London?

The flight from Olbia Costa Smeralda (OLB) to Heathrow (LHR) takes about 2 hours 50 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 871 miles (1,401 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.

What does the Olbia to London flight path pass over?

French Riviera coastline, foothills of the Maritime Alps, Rhône Valley, Massif Central plateau