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BFS → LTN
Which side of the plane to sit from Belfast International Airport (Belfast) to London Luton Airport (London)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers spectacular views of the North Wales coastline and the rugged peaks of Snowdonia National Park as the flight crosses the Irish Sea into English airspace.
Lough Neagh
The largest lake by area in the British Isles, immediately visible upon departure from BFS.
Snowdonia / Eryri
Breathtaking views of the highest mountains in Wales, often capped with snow in winter.
North Wales Coast
The seaside resorts of Llandudno and Rhyl come into view as the aircraft reaches the mainland.
Milton Keynes
The unique grid-iron layout of the town is highly recognizable during the descent into Luton.
Chiltern Hills
Lush woodland and chalk escarpments that define the Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty surrounding Luton.
The right side is superior for landscape lovers, especially for the dramatic mountain views of North Wales. For evening flights, this side provides beautiful sunset vistas over the Irish Sea. Watch for the distinct 'grid' pattern of Milton Keynes during the final descent phase.
Belfast Lough
Clear views of the industrial shipyards and the historic harbor where the Titanic was built.
Isle of Man
On clear days, the entire island is visible in the middle of the Irish Sea to the east.
Liverpool Waterfront
Aerial perspective of the iconic Three Graces and the Mersey estuary during the crossing.
The Peak District
Rolling green hills and limestone plateaus of the UK's first national park in the distance.
Midlands Mosaic
A geometric patchwork of English farmland and small market towns as you head south.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid direct glare and to catch the sun reflecting off the Mersey. It is also the better side for spotting the Isle of Man coastline and the industrial sprawl of the Northwest.
Distance: 497 km (309 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 50 min
Departure: BFS (54.6575012207, -6.21582984924)
Arrival: LTN (51.87469863891602, -0.36833301186561584)
Route Type: Domestic
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