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BHD → EDI
Which side of the plane to sit from George Best Belfast City Airport (Belfast) to Edinburgh Airport (Edinburgh)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a prime view of the Belfast shipyards upon departure and the iconic Edinburgh city skyline, including the Castle and Arthur's Seat, during the final approach.
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Titanic Quarter
Clear views of the iconic Harland & Wolff cranes and the Titanic Belfast museum right after departure.
Ailsa Craig
The distinctive volcanic plug island in the Firth of Clyde is often visible in the distance to the north.
Edinburgh City Center
Unrivaled views of Edinburgh Castle, the Royal Mile, and Arthur's Seat when landing on Runway 06.
Sit on the right for the most iconic landmarks. To see Edinburgh Castle, pray for an approach from the west (Runway 06). During sunset flights, the city's stone architecture glows, making for incredible photography opportunities. Keep your camera ready shortly after takeoff for the Belfast shipyards.
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Belfast Lough
Stunning coastal views of the Holywood and Bangor shorelines immediately after takeoff from BHD.
Galloway Forest Park
Expansive views of Scotland's first Dark Sky Park, featuring rugged hills and dense woodland.
The Forth Bridges
On specific westerly approaches, catch a glimpse of the UNESCO-listed Forth Bridge and its modern neighbors.
The left side is best for capturing the natural beauty of the Scottish Southern Uplands. If the flight path takes a northern loop over the Firth of Forth, this side offers an excellent perspective of the Fife coastline. Morning flights provide soft light on the Scottish hills.
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Get eSIMs for United KingdomDistance: 217 km (135 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 22 min
Departure: BHD (54.61809921264648, -5.872499942779541)
Arrival: EDI (55.95000076293945, -3.372499942779541)
Route Type: Domestic
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