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That’s why nighttime flights become a commercial advantage. The passenger sleeps during the flight and arrives ready to start the day.
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In contrast, when flying from Europe to the Americas, the opposite occurs. The time zone favors daytime flights because the plane “gains time” by traveling westward.
A flight departing from London in the afternoon can land in New York with several hours of daylight still available.
Winds also help save millions
Over the Atlantic, there are extremely powerful wind currents known as the Jet Stream. These winds can exceed 150 or even 200 kilometers per hour and often push planes traveling to Europe.
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This reduces flight time, fuel consumption, and operating costs.
On long-haul routes, small differences represent enormous savings. Fuel
