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BFS β†’ MJV

Our Recommendation
8.5

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.

Left Side Highlights
8.5
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Irish Sea Crossing

Early views of the crossing between the Irish coast and the Welsh coastline.

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North Devon Coast

Aerial views of the rugged cliffs and sandy bays of the Bristol Channel and North Devon.

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Cantabrian Mountains

Dramatic entry into Spain over the lush, green peaks of the Basque Country and Cantabria.

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Madrid Corridor

Distant views of the Spanish capital's skyline as the flight transits the central plateau.

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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.

Right Side Highlights
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Lough Neagh

Visible immediately after takeoff, this is the largest lake in the British Isles.

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Cornish Peninsula

Excellent views of the tip of England, including Land's End and the turquoise waters of St Ives Bay.

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Bay of Biscay

A long transit over the deep blue waters, often seeing large cargo vessels and tankers.

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Castilian Plateau

The vast, golden-hued landscapes of central Spain, dotted with small traditional villages.

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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.

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Route Information

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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