While landing offers compelling Seine River views on the left, takeoff from Palma provides more dramatic and sustained scenery with the Serra de Tramuntana mountains. The right side during departure captures a more visually distinctive natural landmark than the relatively flat Île-de-France plains seen during landing.
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Flight Path
Palma De Mallorca to Paris is 634 miles (1,021 km), a flight of about 2 hours 15 minutes.
The flight path crosses the Mediterranean Sea northward from Mallorca, passing east of the Balearic Islands (Ibiza and Formentera visible on the left during early flight). The aircraft then crosses the Gulf of Lions, with the Pyrenees mountains visible on the left (western) side during the mid-flight segment. The Rhône Valley becomes visible as the aircraft approaches French airspace, followed by the Massif Central appearing on the left side before descent into the Île-de-France region.
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from PMI
RIGHTRight-side seats offer views of the Serra de Tramuntana mountain range as the aircraft climbs northwestward from Palma. The mountains form a dramatic backdrop immediately after departure and remain visible for several minutes during the initial climb.
Landing at ORY
LEFTLeft-side seats provide excellent views during descent into Orly. The aircraft approaches from the south, and left-side passengers see the Seine River's distinctive meanders through the Paris metropolitan area, plus the Île-de-France landscape with visible towns and the approach to the airport.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Palma De Mallorca (PMI) to Orly (ORY)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Palma De Mallorca to Paris. While landing offers compelling Seine River views on the left, takeoff from Palma provides more dramatic and sustained scenery with the Serra de Tramuntana mountains. The right side during departure captures a more visually distinctive natural landmark than the relatively flat Île-de-France plains seen during landing.
What can I see during takeoff from Palma De Mallorca in Palma De Mallorca?
During takeoff from Palma De Mallorca (PMI), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right-side seats offer views of the Serra de Tramuntana mountain range as the aircraft climbs northwestward from Palma. The mountains form a dramatic backdrop immediately after departure and remain visible for several minutes during the initial climb. Notable sights include: Serra de Tramuntana (northwest), Palma Bay (south), Balearic coastline (east), Mediterranean Sea (south and east).
What can I see when landing at Orly in Paris?
When landing at Orly (ORY), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left-side seats provide excellent views during descent into Orly. The aircraft approaches from the south, and left-side passengers see the Seine River's distinctive meanders through the Paris metropolitan area, plus the Île-de-France landscape with visible towns and the approach to the airport. Notable sights include: Seine River (multiple loops visible), Île-de-France agricultural plains, Paris urban sprawl (south and southeast), Orly Airport approach corridor.
How long is the flight from Palma De Mallorca to Paris?
The flight from Palma De Mallorca (PMI) to Orly (ORY) takes about 2 hours 15 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 634 miles (1,021 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Palma De Mallorca to Paris flight path pass over?
The flight path crosses the Mediterranean Sea northward from Mallorca, passing east of the Balearic Islands (Ibiza and Formentera visible on the left during early flight). The aircraft then crosses the Gulf of Lions, with the Pyrenees mountains visible on the left (western) side during the mid-flight segment. The Rhône Valley becomes visible as the aircraft approaches French airspace, followed by the Massif Central appearing on the left side before descent into the Île-de-France region.