London to Reus flight pathSTNREU

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Flight time2h 15m
Distance743
Heading176° → 177°
Best side
RightMostly right
★ 3.0 left·★ 3.5 right

The right side edges ahead because it captures both the London skyline at departure and the eastern Pyrenees foothills during cruise, offering more terrain variety than the left side, which is strongest only in the final Mediterranean approach.

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Flight Path

Flight path overview

London to Reus is 743 miles (1,196 km), a flight of about 2 hours 15 minutes.

English Channel near Kent/Normandy, French countryside near the Massif Central foothills, eastern Pyrenees ridgeline near Andorra, Catalan coastal plain approaching Tarragona

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Phase by phase

Aerial window seat view during takeoff from London (right side) — London skyline and Thames Estuary, Lea Valley reservoirs, North Downs ridgeline

Takeoff from STN

RIGHT

Departing STN on runway 22 the aircraft climbs southwest before turning onto its southbound track, giving right-side (west-facing) passengers a brief glimpse of the London skyline and the Thames basin before the route continues over the Kent/Sussex countryside.

London skyline and Thames EstuaryLea Valley reservoirsNorth Downs ridgeline
STN StanstedHub for Ryanair

Landing at REU

LEFT

On approach into Reus the aircraft typically swings toward the coast before lining up for the runway, putting the Mediterranean shoreline, Tarragona's harbor, and the Costa Daurada beaches on the left side of the plane.

Mediterranean coastlineTarragona harbor and old townCosta Daurada beachesEbro delta wetlands in the distance
REU ReusHub for Ryanair

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About This Route

Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Stansted (STN) to Reus (REU)?

Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from London to Reus. The right side edges ahead because it captures both the London skyline at departure and the eastern Pyrenees foothills during cruise, offering more terrain variety than the left side, which is strongest only in the final Mediterranean approach.

What can I see during takeoff from Stansted in London?

During takeoff from Stansted (STN), sit on the Right side for the best views. Departing STN on runway 22 the aircraft climbs southwest before turning onto its southbound track, giving right-side (west-facing) passengers a brief glimpse of the London skyline and the Thames basin before the route continues over the Kent/Sussex countryside. Notable sights include: London skyline and Thames Estuary, Lea Valley reservoirs, North Downs ridgeline.

What can I see when landing at Reus in Reus?

When landing at Reus (REU), sit on the Left side for the best views. On approach into Reus the aircraft typically swings toward the coast before lining up for the runway, putting the Mediterranean shoreline, Tarragona's harbor, and the Costa Daurada beaches on the left side of the plane. Notable sights include: Mediterranean coastline, Tarragona harbor and old town, Costa Daurada beaches, Ebro delta wetlands in the distance.

How long is the flight from London to Reus?

The flight from Stansted (STN) to Reus (REU) takes about 2 hours 15 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 743 miles (1,196 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.

What does the London to Reus flight path pass over?

English Channel near Kent/Normandy, French countryside near the Massif Central foothills, eastern Pyrenees ridgeline near Andorra, Catalan coastal plain approaching Tarragona