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CWL โ PMI
Which side of the plane to sit from Cardiff International Airport (Cardiff) to Palma De Mallorca Airport (Palma de Mallorca)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior coastal views of Western France, including the Gironde Estuary, and a breathtaking approach into Palma over the rugged southwestern coast of Mallorca and Sa Dragonera island.
Atlantic Coast of France
Excellent views of the French coastline, including the islands of รle de Rรฉ and รle d'Olรฉron near La Rochelle.
Gironde Estuary
The massive estuary where the Garonne and Dordogne rivers meet, surrounding the famous Bordeaux wine region.
Western Pyrenees
Views of the Atlantic side of the Pyrenees, where the mountains begin to taper off toward the Bay of Biscay.
Bay of Biscay
Expansive views of the deep blue Atlantic as the flight tracks south toward the Iberian Peninsula.
Sa Dragonera
The uninhabited 'Dragon' island off the west coast of Mallorca is a primary landmark on the standard approach into PMI.
Mallorcan Bays
As the plane banks for final approach, you will see the turquoise waters of the Badia de Palma and the city's cathedral.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights as the sun will be behind or above you, providing perfect lighting for photography. For the best experience, request a seat forward of the wing to ensure an unobstructed view of the Mallorcan coastline during the final 10 minutes of flight.
Bristol Channel
Aerial views of the North Somerset coast and the Mendip Hills shortly after departure from Cardiff.
Loire Valley
Glimpses of the winding Loire River and the historic chateaus dotting the landscape of central France.
Central Pyrenees
Spectacular views of the highest peaks in the Pyrenees range, including Aneto, as you cross the border into Spain.
Barcelona Coastline
On clear days, the distant sprawl of Barcelona and the Costa Brava are visible before heading out over the Mediterranean.
Serra de Tramuntana
A dramatic view of Mallorca's UNESCO-listed mountain range during the descent into Palma.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. This side is particularly strong for seeing the highest peaks of the Pyrenees. Watch for the dramatic change from the green French countryside to the rugged Spanish terrain.
Distance: 1,399 km (869 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 52 min
Departure: CWL (51.39670181274414, -3.343329906463623)
Arrival: PMI (39.551700592, 2.73881006241)
Route Type: International
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