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BRS → EDI
Which side of the plane to sit from Bristol Airport (Bristol) to Edinburgh Airport (Edinburgh)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers premium views of the UK's most dramatic landscapes, including the Lake District peaks and the rugged coastline of the Solway Firth.
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Severn Estuary
Aerial views of the massive tidal range and the Prince of Wales Bridge shortly after departure.
Wye Valley
The meandering river marking the border between England and Wales with lush forest cover.
Lake District National Park
Spectacular views of Windermere, Derwentwater, and the craggy summits of Scafell Pike and Helvellyn.
Solway Firth
The expansive sandy estuary and mudflats that separate Cumbria from Dumfries and Galloway.
Galloway Forest
Dense evergreen forests and remote lochs of Southwest Scotland during the initial descent phase.
Sit on the left for the best views of the Lake District mountains. If flying in the late afternoon, the sun will be behind you or to the left, which can create high-contrast silhouettes of the peaks. Keep a camera ready about 25-30 minutes into the flight for the best mountain photography.
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The Cotswolds
Patchwork fields and honey-colored villages of this Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
Peak District
The rugged plateau of Kinder Scout and the rolling green dales of Derbyshire.
Yorkshire Dales
Classic northern English scenery featuring dry stone walls and deep limestone valleys.
The Northern Powerhouse
Distant views of the Manchester and Leeds skylines depending on the specific air corridor.
Pentland Hills
The final ridge of hills before the aircraft turns for its final approach into Edinburgh Airport.
The right side is excellent for viewing the 'backbone of England' (the Pennines). It is generally better for morning flights as the sun will be on the opposite side, illuminating the valleys and stone walls of Yorkshire clearly. Watch for the dramatic change from industrial landscapes to wild moorland.
Book Hotels in EdinburghDistance: 510 km (317 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 51 min
Departure: BRS (51.382702, -2.71909)
Arrival: EDI (55.95000076293945, -3.372499942779541)
Route Type: Domestic
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