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ALC → BHX
Which side of the plane to sit from Alicante International Airport (Alicante) to Birmingham International Airport (Birmingham)?
Right Side of the Plane
The Right Side (Starboard) is generally superior for this route as it offers the iconic view of Alicante city and the Santa Bárbara Castle immediately after takeoff, followed by better views of the English south coast and the rolling Cotswold hills during the descent into Birmingham.
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Alicante Coastline
Incredible views of the Postiguet Beach and the historic Santa Bárbara Castle shortly after departure.
Pyrenees Horizon
On clear days, the distant snow-capped peaks of the Pyrenees mountain range are visible to the east.
Loire Valley
The heart of France, characterized by winding rivers and the occasional glimpse of historic chateaus.
The Solent
Views of the Isle of Wight and the busy shipping lanes of the English Channel as you enter UK airspace.
The Cotswolds
Quintessential English countryside with honey-colored stone villages and patchwork green fields.
The right side is best for morning flights as the sun will be behind or above the plane, illuminating the landmarks below. Be ready with your camera immediately after takeoff from ALC for the best city views. During the descent into BHX, look for the Malvern Hills or the urban sprawl of the West Midlands.
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Meseta Central
The high, arid plateau of central Spain with its distinct reddish soil and vast agricultural patterns.
Madrid Outskirts
A distant view of the Spanish capital's sprawl to the west as the plane heads north through the heart of Spain.
Bay of Biscay
The transition from the northern Spanish coastline into the deep blue of the Atlantic Ocean.
Brittany Coast
The rugged, jagged western edge of France featuring numerous small islands and hidden coves.
Bristol Channel
The dramatic tidal estuary and the crossing from the West Country into the Midlands during the final approach.
Choose the left side if you are flying in the late afternoon or evening to avoid the direct glare of the sun. This side is also better for spotting the unique geography of the Brittany peninsula in France. Watch for the change in landscape from the dry Spanish plains to the lush greenery of Western France.
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Get eSIMs for United KingdomDistance: 1,579 km (981 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 6 min
Departure: ALC (38.28219985961914, -0.5581560134887695)
Arrival: BHX (52.4538993835, -1.7480299472799998)
Route Type: International
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