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BHX → MAH
Which side of the plane to sit from Birmingham International Airport (Birmingham) to Menorca Airport (Menorca)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side of the aircraft offers a superior view of the approach into Mahon, including the spectacular natural harbor, which is one of the longest in the world. It also provides better potential views of London and the eastern Pyrenees during the mid-flight transit.
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South East England
Views across the Thames Estuary and the dense urban sprawl of Greater London in the distance.
English Channel
The crossing over one of the world's busiest shipping lanes toward the French coast near Dieppe.
Parisian Basin
Broad vistas of the French countryside and the distant skyline of Paris to the east.
Eastern Pyrenees
Rugged mountain ridges as the flight crosses from French to Spanish airspace near the Mediterranean coast.
Menorca North Coast
Aerial views of the island's wilder northern coastline and the deep bay of Fornells.
Mahon Harbor
A breathtaking view of the 5km long natural harbor and the historic town of Mahon during final descent.
For the most iconic view of this route, sit on the left to see the Port of Mahon during landing. If flying in the morning, the sun will be on the left side during the southbound leg, so keep your window blind down initially to avoid glare. In late summer, keep an eye out for 'Medicanes' or localized storm cells over the Mediterranean which provide dramatic cloud formations.
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The Cotswolds
Rolling green hills and limestone villages of the English countryside shortly after takeoff.
Isle of Wight
The distinct diamond shape of the island and the Needles rock formation off the south coast.
Bordeaux Region
Vast expanses of world-famous vineyards and the Garonne river winding through western France.
Central Pyrenees
A perspective of the highest snow-capped peaks of the mountain range to the west.
Balearic Sea
Sparkling azure waters often dotted with ferries traveling between Barcelona and the islands.
The right side is ideal for evening flights to witness the sunset over the Mediterranean and the Spanish mainland. During the approach to Menorca, you might catch a distant glimpse of Mallorca's Tramuntana mountains to the west. Be aware that during the mid-flight segment over France, the sun will be directly hitting the right side for much of the journey, making it warmer and brighter.
Book Hotels in MenorcaDistance: 1,472 km (915 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 58 min
Departure: BHX (52.4538993835, -1.7480299472799998)
Arrival: MAH (39.86259841918945, 4.2186498641967765)
Route Type: International
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