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ALC → LBA
Which side of the plane to sit from Alicante International Airport (Alicante) to Leeds Bradford Airport (Leeds)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers an immediate panoramic view of the Alicante coastline and city upon departure, followed by the vast Spanish Meseta and potential views of London's distant skyline during the UK transit.
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Costa Blanca Coastline
Unrivaled views of the Postiguet Beach and the Castle of Santa Barbara immediately after takeoff from ALC.
Castilian Plateau
The high-altitude, golden plains of central Spain, showcasing historic towns and agricultural patterns.
Loire Valley
The 'Garden of France' featuring the winding Loire River and the lush greenery of central France.
Greater London
On clear days, the urban sprawl and distant skyscrapers of the UK capital are visible to the east.
Leeds City Scape
Direct views of the city of Leeds, including Elland Road stadium and the city center during final approach.
The right side is essential for the best departure views of Alicante. For the best lighting on the landscape, morning flights are preferred. Keep an eye out for the English Midlands and the urban centers of Sheffield and Leeds during the final 15 minutes of the flight.
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Sierra Aitana
Dramatic limestone mountain ranges of the Prebaetic System visible shortly after climbing out of Alicante.
Bay of Biscay
A vast expanse of the Atlantic Ocean as the flight crosses from northern Spain toward the French coast.
Brittany Peninsula
The rugged western coastline of France, featuring deep bays and rocky inlets near Brest or Saint-Nazaire.
Isle of Wight
Clear views of The Needles and the chalk cliffs on the western tip of the island when crossing the Channel.
Peak District National Park
Rolling green hills and moorlands of Derbyshire visible during the descent into Leeds Bradford.
Choose the left side for spectacular sunset views on evening flights as the sun dips toward the Atlantic. It is also better for spotting the Isle of Wight and the lush landscapes of the Welsh borders if the flight path is slightly more western.
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Get eSIMs for United KingdomDistance: 1,735 km (1,078 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 19 min
Departure: ALC (38.28219985961914, -0.5581560134887695)
Arrival: LBA (53.86589813232422, -1.6605700254440308)
Route Type: International
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