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BRE → MAN
Which side of the plane to sit from Bremen Airport (Bremen) to Manchester Airport (Manchester)?
Right Side of the Plane
The Right Side is preferred for its exceptional views of the Wadden Sea and the chain of Frisian Islands stretching along the German and Dutch coasts.
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Wadden Sea
A UNESCO World Heritage site featuring complex patterns of tidal flats and sandbanks.
Frisian Islands
A clear bird's-eye view of islands like Spiekeroog, Norderney, and Borkum along the coast.
Wilhelmshaven
Views of Germany's major naval base and the deep-water JadeWeserPort container terminal.
The Wash
The large rectangular bay on the East Anglian coast, famous for its salt marshes and birdlife.
Humber Bridge
Depending on the flight path, the massive suspension bridge spanning the Humber estuary may be visible.
The right side is the clear winner for coastal scenery. For the most dramatic views of the Wadden Sea mudflats, try to book a flight that coincides with low tide. Keep your camera ready in the first 20 minutes of the flight as the plane tracks the coastline westward.
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Bremen City Center
Excellent views of the Weser river loop and the historic Altstadt immediately after takeoff.
Lower Saxony Plains
A mosaic of agricultural fields and small German villages as the aircraft climbs to altitude.
IJsselmeer
Distant views of the Netherlands' largest lake and its impressive surrounding polders.
Peak District
The rolling hills and green valleys of Derbyshire provide a scenic backdrop during the descent.
Manchester Skyline
Great views of the city's modern towers and iconic football stadiums on the southern approach.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid direct sunlight and glare. This side offers better views of the Pennine hills during the final approach into Manchester. Watch for the distinctive shape of the Weser river shortly after rotation from Bremen.
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Get eSIMs for United KingdomDistance: 737 km (458 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 14 min
Departure: BRE (53.0475006104, 8.78666973114)
Arrival: MAN (53.35369873046875, -2.2749500274658203)
Route Type: International
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