Seeing Epsom Downs Racecourse from a plane
The Derby has been run here since 1780 and gave its name to races worldwide. Look for the horseshoe-shaped course on the open green downs south of London.
3 of our routes pass it. UK · rated 4 of 10
The easy pick
London to Nice: sit on the left, on the climb, 2 min after takeoff.
Which side, by route
| Route | Side | When |
|---|---|---|
| Geneva to London | Left the other side is usually better on this route | on the way down |
| London to Nice | Left | on the climb, 2 min after takeoff |
| Madrid to London | Left | on the way down |
From the real paths of every nonstop on these routes in the last 10 days, at the usual time of day.
Questions
Which side of the plane do you see Epsom Downs Racecourse from?
It depends on the direction: the left on most of our routes (3 of 3). The table lists each route's side.
When can you see Epsom Downs Racecourse from a plane?
Near the airport, on the climb or on the way down, and mid-flight on longer routes: see the table for each route.
Do clouds matter?
Yes. These answers assume a clear day. Within 3 days of your flight, pick your exact flight in the app for the cloud forecast.
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