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BLL → MAN
Which side of the plane to sit from Billund Airport (Billund) to Manchester Airport (Manchester)?
Right Side of the Plane
The Right Side is preferred for its views of the Danish offshore wind farms and a more dramatic entry into Northern England over the Humber Estuary and the rugged Peak District.
Horns Rev Wind Farm
One of the world's largest offshore wind farms appearing as a grid of white turbines in the North Sea.
Humber Estuary
The wide industrial mouth of the River Humber, featuring the impressive span of the Humber Bridge.
The Pennines
Known as the 'backbone of England,' these rugged uplands provide dramatic terrain just before landing.
Mam Tor
The famous 'Shivering Mountain' and the Great Ridge of the Peak District are often visible on the northern approach.
Manchester Urban View
As the plane banks for landing, catch glimpses of the city's iconic football stadiums and growing skyline.
The right side is superior for landmarks. Keep your camera ready as you cross the English coast near Hull. For the best views of the Pennine moorlands, choose a seat behind the wing. Afternoon flights provide excellent lighting for the Yorkshire and Derbyshire landscapes.
Danish West Coast
Aerial views of the Wadden Sea National Park and the port city of Esbjerg shortly after takeoff.
Southern North Sea
Vast stretches of open water often dotted with cargo ships and fishing vessels crossing the channel.
The Wash Estuary
The distinct square-shaped bay on the East Anglian coast, visible as the flight enters UK airspace.
Lincolnshire Vales
A patchwork of green agricultural fields and historic market towns in central England.
Southern Peak District
The rolling limestone hills and forested valleys of Derbyshire during the initial descent phase.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the southern sun. This side offers better views of the unique coastal geography of 'The Wash' and the flatter, pastoral landscapes of the East Midlands.
Distance: 782 km (486 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 18 min
Departure: BLL (55.7402992249, 9.15178012848)
Arrival: MAN (53.35369873046875, -2.2749500274658203)
Route Type: International
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