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BFS β MJV
Which side of the plane to sit from Belfast International Airport (Belfast) to San Javier Airport (Murcia)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side is superior for this route because it offers a stunning panoramic view of the Mar Menor lagoon and the La Manga strip during the final approach into Murcia.
Irish Sea Crossing
Early views of the crossing between the Irish coast and the Welsh coastline.
North Devon Coast
Aerial views of the rugged cliffs and sandy bays of the Bristol Channel and North Devon.
Cantabrian Mountains
Dramatic entry into Spain over the lush, green peaks of the Basque Country and Cantabria.
Madrid Corridor
Distant views of the Spanish capital's skyline as the flight transits the central plateau.
Mar Menor
A spectacular view of the turquoise salt lagoon and the thin La Manga sand spit on arrival.
Choose the left side for the iconic approach into Murcia. For morning flights, the sun will be on the opposite side, providing perfect lighting for photography of the Spanish coastline. Watch for the change from the green 'Green Spain' north to the arid central plains.
Lough Neagh
Visible immediately after takeoff, this is the largest lake in the British Isles.
Cornish Peninsula
Excellent views of the tip of England, including Land's End and the turquoise waters of St Ives Bay.
Bay of Biscay
A long transit over the deep blue waters, often seeing large cargo vessels and tankers.
Castilian Plateau
The vast, golden-hued landscapes of central Spain, dotted with small traditional villages.
Sierra EspuΓ±a
Rugged limestone mountains and dense pine forests visible during the descent into the Murcia region.
The right side is excellent for seeing the tip of the UK mainland. However, on afternoon flights, you may experience significant sun glare when flying south. Keep an eye out for the Picos de Europa mountains shortly after crossing the Spanish coast.
Distance: 1,921 km (1,194 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 34 min
Departure: BFS (54.6575012207, -6.21582984924)
Arrival: MJV (37.775001525878906, -0.8123890161514282)
Route Type: International
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