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BRS → ALC
Which side of the plane to sit from Bristol Airport (Bristol) to Alicante International Airport (Alicante)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior experience, featuring the rolling hills of Somerset, a better angle of the Loire Valley chateaux, and a breathtaking descent over the Mediterranean coastline of the Costa Blanca.
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Mendip Hills
Aerial view of the Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty in Somerset shortly after takeoff from BRS.
Loire Valley
Glance down at the winding rivers and historic French estates as the flight traverses central France.
Central Pyrenees
High-altitude views of the snow-capped peaks separating France and Spain.
Ebro River
The massive blue vein of the Ebro cutting through the arid landscapes of Aragon.
Costa Blanca Coastline
Stunning views of Benidorm's skyscrapers and the turquoise Mediterranean during the final descent.
Book an early morning flight for soft light hitting the French countryside. If the plane lands on Runway 10, the left side provides an incredible panorama of the coastline and the Mediterranean Sea just before touchdown. Watch for the dramatic limestone outcrop of the Peñón de Ifach near Calpe.
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Severn Estuary
The dramatic meeting of the River Severn and the Bristol Channel, including the Prince of Wales Bridge.
Bay of Biscay
Deep blue Atlantic waters and the rugged coastline of western France near La Rochelle.
Île de Ré
Clear views of the sandy beaches and salt marshes of this popular French island destination.
Dune du Pilat
Visible in the distance, Europe's tallest sand dune sits on the edge of the Arcachon Bay.
Sierra de Mariola
Rugged limestone mountains and valleys of the Alicante province during the approach from the north.
The right side is excellent for sunset flights, as you will see the sun dipping over the Atlantic and the Spanish Meseta. Keep an eye out for the historic city of Teruel and the unique geological formations of the Spanish interior. During arrival, you will have a better view of the mountainous terrain inland from the airport.
Book Hotels in AlicanteDistance: 1,466 km (911 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 57 min
Departure: BRS (51.382702, -2.71909)
Arrival: ALC (38.28219985961914, -0.5581560134887695)
Route Type: International
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