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BHD â IOM
Which side of the plane to sit from George Best Belfast City Airport (Belfast) to Isle of Man Airport (Isle Of Man)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the iconic Belfast skyline upon departure, including the Harland and Wolff cranes, followed by the stunningly intricate landscape of Strangford Lough and the rugged southern coastline of the Isle of Man.
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Titanic Quarter
Aerial view of the famous 'Samson and Goliath' cranes at the Harland & Wolff shipyard immediately after takeoff.
Strangford Lough
A stunning Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty featuring a complex network of drumlins and small islands.
Ards Peninsula
The long, narrow strip of land separating Strangford Lough from the Irish Sea, dotted with small villages.
Peel Castle
Visible on the western coast of the Isle of Man as the plane begins its final approach pattern.
South Barrule
The prominent hill overlooking the southern part of the Isle of Man near the airport.
The right side is the 'star' for this route. On departure from Runway 04, look out for the Titanic Quarter. During the mid-flight, the intricate 'basket of eggs' topography of Strangford Lough is a must-see. Evening flights offer spectacular sunsets over the Irish Sea from this side.
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Belfast Lough
Expansive views of the deep water inlet as you depart from BHD, looking toward the Antrim coast.
Bangor Marina
Clear sight of one of Ireland's largest marinas and the historic North Down coastline.
Copeland Islands
A trio of islands located just off Donaghadee, known for their diverse bird populations and lighthouses.
Snaefell Summit
As you approach the Isle of Man, look south to see the island's highest point at 621 meters.
Ramsey Bay
The sweeping northern coastline of the Isle of Man visible during the descent into Ronaldsway.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid direct glare from the sun. It is particularly good for spotting the Copeland Islands shortly after takeoff. On the descent, you get a broad overview of the northern plains of the Isle of Man.
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Get eSIMs for Isle of ManDistance: 100 km (62 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 10 min
Departure: BHD (54.61809921264648, -5.872499942779541)
Arrival: IOM (54.08330154418945, -4.623889923095703)
Route Type: International
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