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CWL â NCL
Which side of the plane to sit from Cardiff International Airport (Cardiff) to Newcastle Airport (Newcastle)?
Right Side of the Plane
The Right Side provides a diverse visual experience, featuring the architectural grandeur of the Severn Bridges, the dense urban sprawls of the Midlands, and the scenic beauty of the Peak District followed by the North Sea coastline on approach.
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Severn Bridges
The iconic M4 and M48 bridges spanning the Severn Estuary, showcasing impressive civil engineering.
Birmingham Skyline
The dense urban center of the West Midlands, featuring the BT Tower and modern city architecture.
Peak District
The rolling hills and gritstone edges of Derbyshire, providing a stark contrast to the nearby cities.
York Minster
The massive gothic cathedral occasionally visible in the distance across the flat Vale of York.
North Sea Coastline
During the descent into Newcastle, enjoy views of the Teesside industry and the rugged North Yorkshire coast.
Sit toward the front or middle to avoid the wing blocking the view of the Severn Bridges. The right side is particularly scenic during late afternoon flights when the sun sets in the west, casting a golden glow over the Yorkshire landscape and reflecting off the North Sea during descent.
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Glamorgan Heritage Coast
Dramatic limestone cliffs and beaches of South Wales visible shortly after takeoff from Cardiff.
Bannau Brycheiniog
The rugged peaks of the Brecon Beacons, including Pen y Fan, appearing to the west during the initial climb.
Shropshire Hills
The undulating green landscapes of the Long Mynd and Stiperstones as the flight moves north.
Yorkshire Dales
A vast expanse of limestone pavements and deep green valleys visible as the plane nears Northern England.
North Pennines
Wild, heather-clad moorlands known as the backbone of England, offering a desolate yet beautiful landscape.
Watch the Welsh coastline early in the flight for the best photographic opportunities. If flying in the morning, the sun will be behind you, highlighting the textures of the Pennine moorlands. On exceptionally clear days, look far to the west to see the silhouette of the Lake District mountains.
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Get eSIMs for United KingdomDistance: 419 km (260 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 42 min
Departure: CWL (51.39670181274414, -3.343329906463623)
Arrival: NCL (55.037498474121094, -1.6916699409484863)
Route Type: Domestic
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