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BFS â REU
Which side of the plane to sit from Belfast International Airport (Belfast) to Reus Air Base (Reus)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior vantage point for the varied landscapes of Wales, the historic Loire Valley, and a spectacular approach past the serrated peaks of Montserrat before landing.
Lough Neagh
The largest freshwater lake in the UK is visible almost immediately after takeoff from BFS.
Welsh Coastline
Clear views of the Llyn Peninsula and the peaks of Snowdonia National Park across the Irish Sea.
Loire Valley
Bird's-eye view of the winding Loire River and its famous Renaissance chateaux in central France.
Central Pyrenees
Dramatic crossing of the high mountain border, often passing near the principality of Andorra.
Montserrat
The iconic jagged rock formations and mountain monastery visible during the final descent into Reus.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid direct southern sun glare. Keep your camera ready about 20 minutes before landing to capture the dramatic Pyrenees crossing and the unique geology of the Montserrat massif. In winter, the snow-covered peaks of the Pyrenees are particularly photogenic from this side.
Wicklow Mountains
Views of the Irish east coast and the rolling granite peaks south of Dublin as you head south.
Dune du Pilat
The tallest sand dune in Europe is often visible along the French Atlantic coastline near Arcachon.
High Pyrenees
Views of the highest peaks in the range, including Aneto, depending on the specific flight corridor.
Ebro River Valley
The lush agricultural basin of the Ebro River as the plane transitions into the Catalan interior.
Costa Dorada
The golden beaches and Mediterranean coastline around Salou and Tarragona on the final approach.
The right side is ideal for late afternoon or evening flights to catch the sunset over the Atlantic and the Bay of Biscay. Watch for the French coastline near Bordeaux for a glimpse of the massive sand dunes. If the flight approaches Reus from the sea, this side offers the best view of the Mediterranean holiday resorts.
Distance: 1,598 km (993 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 8 min
Departure: BFS (54.6575012207, -6.21582984924)
Arrival: REU (41.14739990234375, 1.1671700477600098)
Route Type: International
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