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AGP → LGW
Which side of the plane to sit from Málaga Airport (Malaga) to London Gatwick Airport (London)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior mix of Spanish mountain ranges, the central plateau, and iconic views of the English South Coast during the final approach into Gatwick.
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Málaga Cityscape
Excellent views of the Alcazaba, port, and cathedral immediately after departure.
Sierra Nevada Peaks
The highest mountains in mainland Spain are visible to the east shortly after takeoff.
Madrid Metropolitan Area
On clear days, the high-rise towers of Madrid's business district can be spotted in the distance.
Picos de Europa
Dramatic, jagged limestone peaks marking the northern edge of the Iberian Peninsula.
Normandy Coastline
The French coast and the mouth of the Seine river are often visible before crossing the Channel.
Seven Sisters Cliffs
Stunning white chalk cliffs of the Sussex coast visible as the plane enters UK airspace.
The right side is best for morning flights to avoid the sun. Keep your camera ready 10-15 minutes after takeoff for the Sierra Nevada. On the final approach to Gatwick, the right side often provides a distant glimpse of the London skyline and the rolling hills of the South Downs.
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Sierra de las Nieves
Rugged limestone mountains and fir forests visible shortly after takeoff from Málaga.
Extremadura Plains
Vast, sun-drenched landscapes of western Spain characterized by dehesa pastures.
Bay of Biscay
A deep blue expanse of the Atlantic Ocean as the flight leaves the Spanish northern coast.
Channel Islands
Distant views of Jersey and Guernsey appearing as emerald dots in the English Channel.
The Solent
Busy shipping lanes and the western tip of the Isle of Wight during the descent.
The left side is ideal for catching the sunset over the Atlantic on evening flights. During the approach to Gatwick, look for the Needles at the edge of the Isle of Wight if the flight path tracks slightly west. Glare can be intense on afternoon flights, so bring sunglasses.
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Get eSIMs for United KingdomDistance: 1,645 km (1,022 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 12 min
Departure: AGP (36.67490005493164, -4.499110221862793)
Arrival: LGW (51.148102, -0.190278)
Route Type: International
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