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Our Recommendation
7.8

Right Side of the Plane

While both sides offer excellent views of the English Channel and the Irish Sea, the Right Side is generally superior for the approach into Dublin, providing iconic views of Howth Head and the Dublin city skyline on the standard arrival routes.

Right Side Highlights
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Baie de Somme

One of the most beautiful bays in the world, known for its unique light and vast tidal sandbanks.

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South Downs

The iconic chalk hills of Southern England and the famous Seven Sisters cliffs near Beachy Head.

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London Horizon

On clear days, the distant skyscrapers of London's financial district can be seen to the north.

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Snowdonia Peaks

The dramatic mountain ranges of North Wales, including the distant peak of Snowdon (Yr Wyddfa).

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Howth Head & Dublin Bay

The quintessential arrival view featuring the peninsula of Howth and the expanse of Dublin Bay.

For the best experience, choose a seat on the right side for the morning 'golden hour' light over the English Channel. If the wind is coming from the West (the most common scenario), the plane will land on Runway 28, meaning the right side gets a perfect panoramic view of Dublin city and the Bull Island nature reserve just seconds before touchdown.

Left Side Highlights
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Picardy Countryside

The rolling agricultural landscapes of northern France immediately after takeoff from Beauvais.

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Alabaster Coast

The dramatic white chalk cliffs of Upper Normandy near Dieppe as the flight departs French airspace.

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Isle of Wight

Clear views of the diamond-shaped island and the Solent waterway separating it from mainland England.

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Bristol Channel

The massive estuary where the River Severn meets the Atlantic, separating South West England from Wales.

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Wicklow Mountains

The rugged, peat-covered granite mountains south of Dublin during the final descent.

The left side is susceptible to significant sun glare during afternoon flights as the aircraft heads northwest. However, it offers the best view of the Welsh coastline and the Gower Peninsula if the flight path stays southerly over the UK. Keep an eye out for the historic naval city of Portsmouth shortly after crossing the English Channel.

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Route Information

Distance: 729 km (453 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 13 min

Departure: BVA (49.45439910888672, 2.1127800941467285)

Arrival: DUB (53.421299, -6.27007)

Route Type: International

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