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Which side of the plane to sit from Málaga Airport (Malaga) to Southampton Airport (Southampton)?

Our Recommendation
8.2

Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers a superior perspective of the Spanish interior, the French coastline, and the highly scenic approach over the Solent into Southampton.

Right Side Highlights
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Sierra Nevada Peaks

Distant views of the highest peaks in mainland Spain shortly after departure.

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Madrid Metropolitan Area

The expansive urban sprawl of the Spanish capital visible as you transit the Meseta Central.

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Bay of Biscay

A vast expanse of deep blue water often dotted with large cargo ships and tankers.

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Cherbourg Peninsula

The rugged coastline of Normandy, France, as the aircraft crosses the English Channel.

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Portsmouth Harbour

Clear views of the Spinnaker Tower and the historic naval dockyards during the approach.

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The Solent

The busy waterway between the Isle of Wight and mainland England, filled with ferries and yachts.

The right side is the 'gold standard' for the SOU approach. For the best lighting on the Spanish mountains, morning flights are ideal. Ensure you have a window seat to see the Spinnaker Tower in Portsmouth as the plane banks for its final lineup.

Left Side Highlights
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Costa del Sol Departure

Aerial views of Málaga city and the turquoise Mediterranean shoreline immediately after takeoff.

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Picos de Europa

Dramatic limestone peaks of Northern Spain visible before crossing the Bay of Biscay.

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Atlantic Horizon

Uninterrupted views of the sunset over the Atlantic Ocean on evening flights.

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The Needles

The famous chalk stacks on the western tip of the Isle of Wight during the final descent.

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New Forest National Park

Lush green landscapes of Hampshire visible just before touchdown at SOU.

Choose the left side for evening departures to catch the sunset over the Atlantic. During the descent, keep your camera ready for the Isle of Wight's western cliffs, which are a highlight of the arrival phase.

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Route Information

Distance: 1,607 km (999 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 9 min

Departure: AGP (36.67490005493164, -4.499110221862793)

Arrival: SOU (50.95029830932617, -1.3567999601364136)

Route Type: International

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