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BHX → SPU
Which side of the plane to sit from Birmingham International Airport (Birmingham) to Split Airport (Split)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers an unbeatable approach into Split, showcasing the turquoise Dalmatian islands and the historic town of Trogir, alongside distant views of the highest Alpine peaks.
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French Hinterland
Views of eastern France and the distant sprawl of the Parisian basin depending on the flight corridor.
Mont Blanc
The snow-capped summit of Western Europe's highest mountain is often visible to the south.
Venetian Lagoon
On clear days, the distinctive 'S' shape of the Grand Canal and the surrounding islands are visible.
Dalmatian Archipelago
A stunning mosaic of islands like Brač, Hvar, and Šolta set against the deep blue Adriatic Sea.
Historic Trogir
A bird's-eye view of the UNESCO-listed medieval island town just moments before landing.
The right side is essential for the scenic descent. Most flights into SPU approach from the west, banking over the islands. This provides a panoramic view of the coastline and the city of Split. For afternoon flights, the sun will be on this side, so bring sunglasses, but the sunset over the Adriatic is spectacular.
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English Midlands
Green pastures and rolling hills of the English countryside immediately after takeoff from Birmingham.
Bernese Oberland
Dramatic views of the Swiss Alps, including the iconic peaks of the Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau.
Lake Garda
The northern tip of Italy's largest lake, carved into the southern edge of the Alps.
Dinaric Alps
The stark, white limestone karst landscapes of the Velebit mountain range as you enter Croatian airspace.
Sit on the left for the best views of the high Swiss Alpine peaks during the mid-flight segment. In the morning, the sun will be behind you, providing excellent lighting for photography of the mountain ranges. During the final approach to Split, this side faces the rugged mainland mountains.
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Get eSIMs for CroatiaDistance: 1,661 km (1,032 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 13 min
Departure: BHX (52.4538993835, -1.7480299472799998)
Arrival: SPU (43.53889846801758, 16.29800033569336)
Route Type: International
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