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ALC → BFS
Which side of the plane to sit from Alicante International Airport (Alicante) to Belfast International Airport (Belfast)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side is generally superior for this route, offering a spectacular view of the Costa Blanca coastline upon departure, distant views of the Pyrenees, and the intricate French coastline of Brittany before the descent into Northern Ireland.
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Costa Blanca
Immediate views of Benidorm's famous skyline and the white sandy beaches of the Alicante province.
The Pyrenees
Distant but impressive views of the snow-capped mountain range that forms the natural border between Spain and France.
Gironde Estuary
The massive estuary near Bordeaux, surrounded by the world-famous vineyards of the Médoc region.
Brittany Peninsula
The rugged, rocky coastline of northwest France, including numerous small islands and lighthouses.
Welsh Coastline
The jagged cliffs of Pembrokeshire and the Irish Sea as the flight path crosses toward Belfast.
Antrim Plateau
The rolling green hills and basalt plateaus of County Antrim visible just before landing at BFS.
The right side provides the best morning light for photography. Approximately 45-60 minutes into the flight, look out for the Pyrenees on the horizon. During the landing phase at Belfast International, the right side typically offers a broader view of the lush Northern Irish countryside and the eastern banks of Lough Neagh.
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Tabarca Island
Spain's smallest inhabited island and marine reserve visible shortly after takeoff from ALC.
Bay of Biscay
The vast, deep blue waters of the Atlantic as you transition from Spanish to French airspace.
Brest Harbor
The strategic and geographically complex deep-water port at the western tip of France.
Dublin Bay
On clear days, the Irish capital and the surrounding Wicklow Mountains appear to the west across the Irish Sea.
Mourne Mountains
The dramatic granite mountain range in County Down, often visible during the northern approach.
Lough Neagh
The largest freshwater lake in the British Isles, providing a scenic backdrop for the final approach.
Sit on the left for views of the Irish coastline as you head north. This side is better for afternoon/evening flights to avoid direct glare from the sun as it sets in the west. Watch for the rugged peaks of the Mourne Mountains as you enter Northern Irish airspace.
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Get eSIMs for United KingdomDistance: 1,870 km (1,162 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 30 min
Departure: ALC (38.28219985961914, -0.5581560134887695)
Arrival: BFS (54.6575012207, -6.21582984924)
Route Type: International
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