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BSLMAN

Our Recommendation
7.8

Left Side of the Plane

The left side is generally superior for this route as it offers the iconic crossing of the English Channel with views of the White Cliffs of Dover and a better angle for spotting the London skyline during the transit north.

Left Side Highlights
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Vosges Mountains

Visible shortly after takeoff from BSL, offering rugged ridgelines and forested slopes in eastern France.

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Champagne Vineyards

The geometric patterns of the famous French vineyards around Reims and Epernay are visible mid-flight.

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Strait of Dover

A clear view of the narrowest part of the English Channel and the iconic White Cliffs on the English coast.

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London Skyline

Depending on the flight path, you can often see the sprawling Greater London area and its skyscrapers to the west.

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Cheshire Plain

Lush green agricultural fields and small villages during the final descent into Manchester.

Book a window seat ahead of the wing for unobstructed views of the French coast. On morning flights, the sun will be behind you, providing excellent lighting for photos of the Dover cliffs and the English countryside. Keep your camera ready about 45 minutes into the flight for the channel crossing.

Right Side Highlights
6.8
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The Black Forest

Looking east across the Rhine after departure, you can see the dense, dark canopy of Germany's famous forest.

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Meuse River Valley

The winding river through the Ardennes region of northern France and Belgium creates a striking landscape.

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Thames Estuary

A view of the massive sandbanks and shipping lanes where the River Thames meets the North Sea.

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East Anglian Fens

The unique, flat, and highly organized agricultural drainage systems of eastern England.

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The Peak District

As the plane turns for the final approach, the rugged moorlands and plateaus of the Peaks are visible to the east.

The right side is best for late afternoon flights to avoid the direct glare of the setting sun. If the aircraft approaches Manchester from the north (Runway 23R/L), the right side offers a fantastic view of the Pennine hills. Look for the cooling towers and industrial heritage of the Midlands as you head north.

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Route Information

Distance: 943 km (586 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 34 min

Departure: BSL (47.59, 7.5291667)

Arrival: MAN (53.35369873046875, -2.2749500274658203)

Route Type: International

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