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BRS → DUB
Which side of the plane to sit from Bristol Airport (Bristol) to Dublin Airport (Dublin)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior vantage point for the South Wales coastline and the dramatic rise of the Wicklow Mountains during the final descent into Dublin.
Holm Islands
The limestone islands of Flat Holm and Steep Holm sitting in the middle of the Bristol Channel.
Cardiff Bay
The modern waterfront of the Welsh capital including the Senedd and Millennium Centre.
Wicklow Mountains
The rugged, rolling peaks of the 'Garden of Ireland' appearing as you cross the Irish coast.
Dun Laoghaire Harbor
The Victorian-era harbor and piers marking the southern entrance to Dublin Bay.
Book a seat on the left for morning flights to avoid direct sunlight and glare. As the flight is short (approx. 45-60 mins), keep your camera ready shortly after takeoff to catch the Welsh coast. Look out for the 'Great Sugar Loaf' mountain in the Wicklow range during the descent.
Severn Bridges
Aerial view of the M4 and M48 bridges spanning the wide Severn Estuary.
Wye Valley
Deeply forested valleys and the winding River Wye marking the border of England and Wales.
Mid-Wales Peaks
Distant views of the Brecon Beacons and the southern edges of the Cambrian Mountains.
Howth Head
The dramatic cliffside peninsula and Baily Lighthouse on the north side of Dublin Bay.
The right side is ideal for spotting the iconic Severn Bridges immediately after departure from Bristol. If the wind is coming from the West, the final approach often tracks north of the city, providing the right side with panoramic views of Dublin's city center and the Docklands.
Distance: 331 km (206 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 33 min
Departure: BRS (51.382702, -2.71909)
Arrival: DUB (53.421299, -6.27007)
Route Type: International
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