At Stansted in London: for takeoff, sit on the Right side; for landing, sit on the Left side. Notable views include: Stort Valley, Essex farmland patchwork, Bishop's Stortford area (distant), North Weald Airfield (visible on clear days to the northeast).

When taking off from Stansted (STN), sit on the Right side for the best views. Stansted's primary runways (both 04L/22R and 04R/22L) are oriented northeast-southwest. During typical eastbound departures on runway 04, the right side offers views of the Essex countryside, including the Stort Valley and open farmland. The left side faces back toward the airport and built-up areas immediately west. Notable sights include: Stort Valley, Essex farmland patchwork, Bishop's Stortford area (distant), North Weald Airfield (visible on clear days to the northeast).

When landing at Stansted (STN), sit on the Left side for the best views. Stansted's primary runway (06/24) typically uses runway 24 for landings when winds permit, meaning final approach from the southwest. The left side offers views of the Essex countryside, the River Blackwater valley, and on clear days, the North Sea coast toward the horizon. The right side faces inland toward relatively featureless agricultural land with fewer distinctive landmarks. Notable sights include: River Blackwater valley, Essex farmland patchwork, Harwich/Felixstowe port area (distant, on horizon), North Sea coastline.

The best window seat at Stansted (STN) depends on several factors: the typical runway used for your departure or arrival, the geographic features around London (mountains, coastlines, city skylines), weather conditions, and time of day. Morning and evening flights often offer the best lighting for scenic views.