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ALC → SEN
Which side of the plane to sit from Alicante International Airport (Alicante) to Southend Airport (Southend)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior views of the Spanish Mediterranean coastline immediately after takeoff and provides a better perspective of the English countryside and Thames Estuary upon approach to Southend.
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Costa Blanca
Stunning views of Alicante's beaches and the Mediterranean coastline during the initial climb.
The Pyrenees
The distant, snow-capped peaks of the border between Spain and France are often visible on the horizon.
Loire Valley
The green landscapes of central France, characterized by winding rivers and historic agricultural land.
Kent Downs
The 'Garden of England' with its rolling hills, orchards, and traditional villages during the descent.
Thames Estuary
Intricate views of the river mouth, sandbanks, and the massive container ships entering the port.
Choose the right side to avoid the harsh glare of the afternoon sun when flying north. It provides the best angle for the final approach into Southend, often passing directly over the scenic North Kent coast.
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Iberian System
Rugged mountain ranges of central Spain visible shortly after leaving the Mediterranean coast.
Bay of Biscay
The deep blue expanse of the Atlantic as the aircraft transitions from Spanish to French airspace.
Brittany Coastline
Dramatic views of the rocky jagged inlets and islands of the French western coast.
English Channel
Constant views of maritime traffic in the world's busiest shipping lanes during the crossing.
London Skyline
On clear days during the descent, the distant skyscrapers of the City and Canary Wharf appear to the west.
Sit on the left for evening flights to catch the sunset over the Atlantic. This side is also better if the flight path follows a more westerly route over the English Channel, potentially revealing the Isle of Wight.
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Get eSIMs for United KingdomDistance: 1,481 km (920 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 58 min
Departure: ALC (38.28219985961914, -0.5581560134887695)
Arrival: SEN (51.5713996887207, 0.6955559849739075)
Route Type: International
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