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Our Recommendation
8.5

Left Side of the Plane

The left side offers the most diverse scenery, ranging from the sun-drenched islands of the Aegean Sea to a potential distant view of the Alps and a dramatic approach over the heart of England.

Left Side Highlights
8.5
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Turquoise Coast

Stunning views of the Bodrum peninsula and the crystal-clear Aegean waters immediately after takeoff.

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Cyclades and Dodecanese

Aerial perspectives of various Greek islands scattered across the blue Aegean Sea.

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The Alps

Depending on the specific flight corridor, distant views of the snow-capped Swiss or Austrian Alps to the south.

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Greater London

On clear days, the vast sprawl of London and the Thames can often be seen as the plane turns north.

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The Peak District

Green rolling hills and dark peak moorlands as the aircraft descends into Northern England.

Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid direct glare from the southern sun. This side is prime for spotting the London skyline and the Shard during the transition from the English Channel toward Yorkshire. Keep your camera ready during the first 20 minutes for coastal geometry.

Right Side Highlights
7.2
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Balkan Mountains

Rugged terrain and deep valleys across Bulgaria and Serbia during the first half of the journey.

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The Danube River

Look for the winding blue ribbon of Europe's second-longest river as it snakes through the Pannonian Basin.

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German Cities

Potential views of urban centers like Frankfurt or the industrial Ruhr region depending on the airway.

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North Sea Coast

The transition from the European mainland to the English Channel or North Sea, often filled with shipping traffic.

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Yorkshire Dales

Iconic dry-stone walls and patchwork fields characteristic of the Yorkshire landscape just before landing.

Choose the right side for afternoon flights to enjoy softer light over the European interior. This side provides a better angle for seeing the city of Leeds itself and the surrounding valleys of West Yorkshire during the final approach into LBA's elevated runway.

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Route Information

Distance: 2,901 km (1,803 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 52 min

Departure: BJV (37.25059890749999, 27.6643009186)

Arrival: LBA (53.86589813232422, -1.6605700254440308)

Route Type: International

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