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BGY β EMA
Which side of the plane to sit from Il Caravaggio International Airport (Bergamo) to East Midlands Airport (East Midlands)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side of the aircraft offers a superior view of the high Alpine peaks shortly after takeoff from Bergamo and provides a better perspective of the iconic London skyline and the White Cliffs during the approach to the UK.
Pennine Alps
Spectacular close-up views of iconic peaks like the Matterhorn and the Monte Rosa massif during the climb.
Lake Geneva
The vast crescent-shaped lake reflecting the surrounding mountains, often passed directly to the east.
White Cliffs of Dover
The famous chalk cliffs and the Port of Dover visible as the flight enters English airspace.
London Cityscape
A panoramic view of the Thames, The Shard, and Canary Wharf as the aircraft heads north toward the Midlands.
Midlands Landmarks
Clear views of Leicester's King Power Stadium or the city of Nottingham during the final approach into EMA.
The right side is unbeatable for Alpine photography. For the best experience, book a seat in front of the wing to avoid engine heat distortion. During the descent, the right side typically offers the most dramatic views of the London urban sprawl if the flight path follows the standard arrival corridor.
Western Alps
Dramatic views of the snow-capped Swiss and French mountain ranges shortly after reaching cruising altitude.
Jura Mountains
The distinct limestone ridges and lush forests marking the border between France and Switzerland.
Parisian Horizon
On clear days, the distant silhouette of the Eiffel Tower and the dense urban sprawl of the French capital.
Channel Crossing
The transition from the French coastline near Dieppe across the busy shipping lanes of the English Channel.
Cotswolds Edges
Charming English countryside views with patchwork fields and stone villages during the initial descent.
Choose the left side for morning flights to keep the sun behind you, preventing glare. Keep a close eye out within the first 15 minutes for a potential glimpse of Lake Como if the departure route turns westward.
Distance: 1,127 km (700 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 30 min
Departure: BGY (45.673901, 9.70417)
Arrival: EMA (52.8311004639, -1.32806003094)
Route Type: International
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