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BHD → BHX
Which side of the plane to sit from George Best Belfast City Airport (Belfast) to Birmingham International Airport (Birmingham)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a more direct view of the Isle of Man and the iconic Liverpool skyline as you cross the Irish Sea, ending with a great perspective of the Cheshire Plain.
Belfast Lough
Excellent views of the Harland & Wolff cranes and the seaside towns of Holywood and Bangor immediately after takeoff.
Isle of Man
A clear, high-altitude perspective of the entire island, including the peak of Snaefell and the capital city, Douglas.
Mersey Estuary
Look for the Wirral Peninsula and the Liverpool waterfront, including the historic Albert Dock and Pier Head.
Jodrell Bank
The massive white Lovell Telescope dish is often visible as a distinct landmark in the rural Cheshire landscape.
Sit on the left for morning flights to keep the sun behind you. This side is superior for maritime views and spotting the Isle of Man. During the descent, keep an eye out for the white dome of Jodrell Bank which is unmistakable from the air even in overcast conditions.
Strangford Lough
Shortly after departure, see the beautiful glacial 'drumlin' islands scattered across the largest inlet in the British Isles.
Snowdonia / Eryri
On clear days, the rugged peaks of the North Wales mountain range are visible across the water to the south.
Chester
Spot the historic Roman city walls and the distinctive loop of the River Dee as you cross into the English Midlands.
West Midlands Urban Area
A dense urban sprawl featuring the M6 motorway and various sporting stadiums during the final approach into BHX.
The right side is ideal for late afternoon flights to witness the sunset over the Irish Sea. If the aircraft lands on Runway 15 at Birmingham, you will get an excellent view of the city center's skyscrapers just before touchdown. Watch for the 'Sleeping Giant' hill profile in Shropshire.
Distance: 363 km (226 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 36 min
Departure: BHD (54.61809921264648, -5.872499942779541)
Arrival: BHX (52.4538993835, -1.7480299472799998)
Route Type: Domestic
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