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ALC → BOH
Which side of the plane to sit from Alicante International Airport (Alicante) to Bournemouth Airport (Bournemouth)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side of the aircraft offers superior views of the Pyrenees, the iconic Loire Valley chateaux, the unique silhouette of Mont Saint-Michel, and the scenic approach over the Isle of Wight and the Solent.
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Pyrenees Mountains
Spectacular views of the high peaks and glacial valleys forming the natural border between Spain and France.
Bordeaux Vineyards
The patchwork of world-famous vineyards surrounding the Garonne river in southwestern France.
Loire Valley
Aerial glimpses of the 'Garden of France' featuring historic chateaux and the winding Loire River.
Mont Saint-Michel
The iconic medieval monastery island is often visible near the Normandy coast during the channel crossing.
Isle of Wight & Needles
Clear views of the Needles' chalk stacks and the Solent as the plane descends toward Bournemouth.
The right side is highly recommended for landmark spotting. To see Mont Saint-Michel, look down roughly 20-25 minutes before arrival. During the descent, keep your camera ready for the Isle of Wight; if the plane approaches from the east, you will get a perfect view of the Needles lighthouse. In winter, the snow-capped Pyrenees are a major highlight on this side.
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Serranía de Cuenca
Dramatic limestone rock formations and deep river canyons in east-central Spain shortly after departure.
Bay of Biscay Coast
The rugged western coastline of France including the beaches of the Landes forest and the Gironde estuary.
Île de Ré
The distinctive salt pans and white-sand beaches of the island off the coast of La Rochelle.
Jurassic Coast
Panoramic views of the Dorset coastline and the chalk cliffs of Portland Bill upon entering UK airspace.
Sit on the left for better lighting during morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. This side is also excellent for spotting the Atlantic horizon and the deep blue waters of the Bay of Biscay. Look for the white limestone cliffs of the English coast approximately 15 minutes before landing.
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Get eSIMs for United KingdomDistance: 1,393 km (866 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 51 min
Departure: ALC (38.28219985961914, -0.5581560134887695)
Arrival: BOH (50.77999877929688, -1.8424999713897705)
Route Type: International
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