Venice to London is 715 miles (1,151 km), a flight of about 2 hours 15 minutes.
The left side captures the flight's three best scenic moments: Venice's lagoon and historic core during the departure turn, a crossing of the Alpine foothills during cruise, and London's Thames-side landmarks on the approach into Heathrow. The right side offers mostly flat farmland in the Po Valley and northern France with no comparable landmarks.
Flight Path
The route crosses the eastern Alps near the Italy-Austria-Switzerland border region, giving glimpses of snow-streaked peaks and alpine valleys, before continuing over the rolling farmland of eastern France toward the Channel.
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from VCE
LEFTDepartures off runway 04 climb northeast over the flat Veneto mainland, but the aircraft then banks left onto its northwesterly course toward London, swinging the historic Venice lagoon into view on the left side. Passengers get a brief but striking look at the canal city and its outlying islands before the turn completes.
Landing at LHR
LEFTWesterly arrivals into Heathrow typically descend from the east over central London before turning onto final approach, and this path keeps the Thames and the city's landmarks on the left side of the cabin. It's one of the most recognizable scenic approaches in Europe, contrasted with the plain suburban rooftops seen on the right.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Venezia Tessera (VCE) to Heathrow (LHR)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Venice to London. The left side captures the flight's three best scenic moments: Venice's lagoon and historic core during the departure turn, a crossing of the Alpine foothills during cruise, and London's Thames-side landmarks on the approach into Heathrow. The right side offers mostly flat farmland in the Po Valley and northern France with no comparable landmarks.
What can I see during takeoff from Venezia Tessera in Venice?
During takeoff from Venezia Tessera (VCE), sit on the Left side for the best views. Departures off runway 04 climb northeast over the flat Veneto mainland, but the aircraft then banks left onto its northwesterly course toward London, swinging the historic Venice lagoon into view on the left side. Passengers get a brief but striking look at the canal city and its outlying islands before the turn completes. Notable sights include: Venice historic center and Grand Canal, the lagoon's shallow channels, Murano and Burano islands, the Adriatic coastline haze to the south.
What can I see when landing at Heathrow in London?
When landing at Heathrow (LHR), sit on the Left side for the best views. Westerly arrivals into Heathrow typically descend from the east over central London before turning onto final approach, and this path keeps the Thames and the city's landmarks on the left side of the cabin. It's one of the most recognizable scenic approaches in Europe, contrasted with the plain suburban rooftops seen on the right. Notable sights include: The Thames River, the London Eye and Houses of Parliament, Canary Wharf's skyline, Hyde Park and the western suburbs.
How long is the flight from Venice to London?
The flight from Venezia Tessera (VCE) to Heathrow (LHR) takes about 2 hours 15 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 715 miles (1,151 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Venice to London flight path pass over?
The route crosses the eastern Alps near the Italy-Austria-Switzerland border region, giving glimpses of snow-streaked peaks and alpine valleys, before continuing over the rolling farmland of eastern France toward the Channel.