While takeoff from St. Thomas favors the right side, the landing approach into Paris from the left side is more visually rewarding and offers extended views of one of the world's most recognizable cities and its river system. The left side captures the Seine and Paris's urban geography during a critical descent phase.
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Flight Path
St. Thomas to Paris is 4,257 miles (6,851 km), a flight of about 7 hours 45 minutes.
The flight crosses the Atlantic Ocean for roughly 3,000 nautical miles. Notable waypoints include the Azores archipelago (visible from altitude around 6-8 hours into flight if on a slightly southern routing), the Bay of Biscay off the Iberian Peninsula coast, and the English Channel before entering French airspace. Most of the mid-flight duration involves open ocean with no visible landmarks from cruise altitude.
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from STT
RIGHTRight-side seats offer views of the US Virgin Islands archipelago during climb-out. You'll see St. Croix to the southwest and the deeper Caribbean waters opening up as the aircraft banks northeast toward the Atlantic.
Landing at CDG
LEFTLeft-side seats provide the best views during descent into Paris. You'll see the Seine River winding through the Île-de-France region, the urban sprawl of Paris itself, and the distinctive geometry of the city's arrondissements before final approach to CDG.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Cyril E King (STT) to Charles De Gaulle (CDG)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from St. Thomas to Paris. While takeoff from St. Thomas favors the right side, the landing approach into Paris from the left side is more visually rewarding and offers extended views of one of the world's most recognizable cities and its river system. The left side captures the Seine and Paris's urban geography during a critical descent phase.
What can I see during takeoff from Cyril E King in St. Thomas?
During takeoff from Cyril E King (STT), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right-side seats offer views of the US Virgin Islands archipelago during climb-out. You'll see St. Croix to the southwest and the deeper Caribbean waters opening up as the aircraft banks northeast toward the Atlantic. Notable sights include: St. Croix island (largest of the USVI, visible as a long landmass to the southwest), Pillsbury Sound (the channel between St. Thomas and St. John to the west), the Atlantic Ocean horizon expanding to the north and east.
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. Left-side seats provide the best views during descent into Paris. You'll see the Seine River winding through the Île-de-France region, the urban sprawl of Paris itself, and the distinctive geometry of the city's arrondissements before final approach to CDG. Notable sights include: The Seine River with its characteristic meanders through the Paris basin, the urban core of Paris with visible street grid patterns, the Île-de-France agricultural plains surrounding the city, Orly Airport visible to the south as a reference point.
How long is the flight from St. Thomas to Paris?
The flight from Cyril E King (STT) to Charles De Gaulle (CDG) takes about 7 hours 45 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 4,257 miles (6,851 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the St. Thomas to Paris flight path pass over?
The flight crosses the Atlantic Ocean for roughly 3,000 nautical miles. Notable waypoints include the Azores archipelago (visible from altitude around 6-8 hours into flight if on a slightly southern routing), the Bay of Biscay off the Iberian Peninsula coast, and the English Channel before entering French airspace. Most of the mid-flight duration involves open ocean with no visible landmarks from cruise altitude.