About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Seletar (XSP) to Heathrow (LHR)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Singapore to London. Left side wins both ends of the flight. During the long cruise the left side also faces generally south over the Indian subcontinent, giving better views of the Ganges plain, the Himalayas on the northern horizon as you cross India, and the Caspian Sea and Caucasus Mountains over Central Asia.
What can I see during takeoff from Seletar in Singapore?
During takeoff from Seletar (XSP), sit on the Left side for the best views. Seletar's runway 03 departure heads roughly north, putting the left (west) side over the Johor Strait and central Singapore. You get a clear view of the city skyline, Marina Bay, and the dense urban grid before climbing out over the Strait of Malacca. Notable sights include: Marina Bay Sands and CBD skyline, Johor Strait waterway, Sentosa Island and southern islands, Jurong Industrial area.
What can I see when landing at Heathrow in London?
When landing at Heathrow (LHR), sit on the Left side for the best views. Heathrow's most common landing on runway 27L/27R brings aircraft in from the east over central London. The left side tracks directly over the Thames, the City of London, and the West End, giving a prolonged view of recognizable landmarks on final approach. Notable sights include: River Thames and its bends through central London, City of London towers and Canary Wharf, Hyde Park green space, Windsor Castle and Windsor Great Park.
How long is the flight from Singapore to London?
The flight from Seletar (XSP) to Heathrow (LHR) takes Approximately 13 to 14 hours non-stop.
What does the Singapore to London flight path pass over?
Bay of Bengal crossing, Indian subcontinent with the Ganges plain and Deccan Plateau, Himalayas visible on the northern horizon over northern India, Pakistan and Afghanistan highlands, Caspian Sea, Caucasus Mountains, Black Sea, Eastern Europe plains over Romania and Germany