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BOH → GRO
Which side of the plane to sit from Bournemouth Airport (Bournemouth) to Girona Airport (Gerona)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a stunning sequence of views starting with the Isle of Wight, followed by the historic heart of France, and ending with a dramatic coastal approach toward the Costa Brava.
Isle of Wight & The Solent
Immediately after takeoff, witness the Solent's busy shipping lanes and the iconic Needles on the western tip of the island.
Normandy Coastline
Clear views of the historic D-Day landing beaches and the river estuaries of northern France.
Loire Valley
The flight path crosses the middle of France, offering glimpses of the lush valley known for its Renaissance chateaux.
Massif Central
The eastern edges of the volcanic Auvergne region provide a rugged and ancient landscape during mid-flight.
The Costa Brava
During the descent, the aircraft often tracks along the Mediterranean coast, revealing hidden coves and turquoise waters.
Choose the left side for morning flights to minimize sun glare while capturing the English coastline. During the final approach into Girona, keep your camera ready for the transition from the blue Mediterranean to the green Catalan hills.
Jurassic Coast
Depending on the departure turn, you can see the unique limestone formations and white cliffs of the Dorset coast.
Mont Saint-Michel
On more westerly routes, the world-famous abbey on its tidal island may be visible on the horizon.
Bay of Biscay Coast
Long-range views of the French Atlantic coastline including the sprawling forests of the Landes region.
High Pyrenees
A spectacular crossing of the mountain range where jagged, snow-capped peaks define the border between France and Spain.
Catalan Hinterland
A close-up view of the dense forests and medieval villages of northern Catalonia during the final landing phase.
The right side is ideal for late afternoon flights as it avoids the direct southern sun. This side provides the best view of the Pyrenees' high crests roughly 20 minutes before landing, which is particularly breathtaking in winter when the peaks are covered in snow.
Distance: 1,048 km (651 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 24 min
Departure: BOH (50.77999877929688, -1.8424999713897705)
Arrival: GRO (41.901000976999995, 2.7605500221)
Route Type: International
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