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Our Recommendation
8.5

Right Side of the Plane

The right side of the aircraft offers iconic views of the French Opal Coast, the White Cliffs of Dover, and a superior perspective of the London skyline and Thames Estuary during the climb and transit across England.

Right Side Highlights
8.5
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Côte d'Opale

The dramatic coastline of northern France, including the Cap Gris-Nez and Cap Blanc-Nez landmarks.

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White Cliffs of Dover

Iconic chalk cliffs visible as the flight crosses the narrowest part of the English Channel.

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London Skyline

A clear view of the Shard, Canary Wharf, and the winding River Thames if the flight path follows the typical easterly corridors.

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Port of Tilbury

One of the UK's major deep-water ports, visible as you cross the Thames Estuary into Essex.

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Sherwood Forest

Ancient woodland areas of the East Midlands visible during the mid-flight transit.

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Manchester Stadia

The Etihad Stadium and Old Trafford are often visible during the final banking turns into Manchester Airport.

The right side is ideal for afternoon flights as the sun will be on the opposite side. This side provides the most recognizable landmarks like Dover and the City of London. Be alert for the transition from sea to land over the Kent coast, which is the most scenic part of the journey.

Left Side Highlights
7.8
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Picardy Region

Vibrant patchwork fields and rural French landscapes immediately after takeoff from Beauvais.

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Baie de Somme

The sprawling estuary where the Somme river meets the English Channel, known for its unique tides.

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West London

Aerial views of Heathrow, Wembley Stadium, and the leafy western suburbs of the capital.

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The Cotswolds

An Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty featuring rolling limestone hills and quintessentially English countryside.

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Peak District

The dark moorlands and rugged plateaus of northern England as the plane begins its final descent into Manchester.

Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid direct sunlight and glare. Watch for the distinctive shape of the Somme Estuary early in the flight. On the approach to MAN, look for the Jodrell Bank Observatory's massive radio telescope if the path takes a south-westerly turn.

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Route Information

Distance: 530 km (329 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 53 min

Departure: BVA (49.45439910888672, 2.1127800941467285)

Arrival: MAN (53.35369873046875, -2.2749500274658203)

Route Type: International

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