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ABZ → LBA
Which side of the plane to sit from Aberdeen Dyce Airport (Aberdeen) to Leeds Bradford Airport (Leeds)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers stunning coastal vistas, including the dramatic cliffs of the North Sea and historic landmarks like Holy Island and Bamburgh Castle during the descent.
North Sea Coastline
Aerial perspectives of the rugged Aberdeenshire cliffs and long sandy stretches of the Scottish Borders.
Firth of Forth
Dramatic views across the estuary toward the iconic Forth Bridges and the Bass Rock.
Bamburgh Castle
A clear view of this historic coastal fortress standing prominently on the Northumberland shore.
Holy Island
The tidal island of Lindisfarne is easily spotted during clear weather as the flight heads south.
Tyneside
Industrial landscapes and the mouth of the River Tyne as the aircraft passes Newcastle.
Book a window seat on the left for morning departures to catch the sun illuminating the coastline. This side is consistently better for spotting historical coastal landmarks as the flight path often hugs the eastern shoreline before turning inland over North Yorkshire.
Edinburgh Skyline
Distant but recognizable views of Arthur's Seat and the historic core of the Scottish capital.
Southern Uplands
Rolling green hills and deep valleys characterizing the border region between Scotland and England.
Yorkshire Dales
The characteristic limestone scars and patchwork fields visible during the final approach into Leeds.
Leeds City Center
Views of the urban sprawl and skyline of Leeds as the plane descends towards Yeadon.
The right side is preferable for evening flights to witness the sunset over the Pennines. It also offers a superior view of the Yorkshire countryside's unique field patterns during the landing phase at LBA, which is one of the highest airports in England.
Distance: 372 km (231 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 37 min
Departure: ABZ (57.20190048217773, -2.1977798938751216)
Arrival: LBA (53.86589813232422, -1.6605700254440308)
Route Type: Domestic
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