Seeing Hammersmith Bridge from a plane
Joseph Bazalgette's ornate green suspension bridge from 1887, closed to cars since 2019 over cracks. It overlooks the Thames stretch used for the Oxford and Cambridge Boat Race.
3 of our routes pass it. UK · rated 4 of 10
The easy pick
London to Zurich: sit on the left, on the climb, 3 min after takeoff.
Which side, by route
| Route | Side | When |
|---|---|---|
| Geneva to London | Right | on the way down |
| London to Zurich | Left | on the climb, 3 min after takeoff |
| New York to London | Right | 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 Hammersmith Bridge from?
It depends on the direction: the right on most of our routes (2 of 3). The table lists each route's side.
When can you see Hammersmith Bridge 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.
Can you see Hammersmith Bridge at night?
Yes, by its lights. The app scores lit places at night by how bright they are.
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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