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DUB → CWL
Which side of the plane to sit from Dublin Airport (Dublin) to Cardiff International Airport (Cardiff)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers the most consistent land views, featuring the rugged Pembrokeshire coastline, the stunning Gower Peninsula, and the industrial landmarks of South Wales before landing.
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Dublin Bay & Howth
Immediately after take-off, enjoy views of the Dublin coastline and the prominent Howth Head peninsula.
Pembrokeshire Coast
The first point of contact with Wales, featuring dramatic cliffs and hidden coves of the National Park.
The Gower Peninsula
View the iconic Rhossili Bay and the distinctive 'Worm's Head' rock formation jutting into the sea.
Swansea Bay
A clear view of the Mumbles pier, Swansea city skyline, and the industrial landscape of Port Talbot.
Vale of Glamorgan
Lush green patchwork fields and the Jurassic Coast cliffs as the plane aligns for the CWL runway.
For morning flights, the left side keeps the sun behind you, providing better lighting for photos of the Welsh coast. Try to secure a seat forward of the wing to avoid engine heat haze. Watch for the transition from the blue Irish Sea to the sandy beaches of the Gower approximately 15 minutes before landing.
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Wicklow Mountains
Glimpse the rolling peaks of the Garden of Ireland to the South as you depart Dublin's airspace.
Rosslare Harbour
In the distance, you may see the ferry port that connects Ireland to Wales and France.
Lundy Island
On clear days, look south across the Bristol Channel to see this remote granite outcrop.
North Devon Coast
The high hogback cliffs of Exmoor National Park are often visible across the water during the final descent.
Irish Sea Horizon
Uninterrupted views of the horizon, perfect for spotting the curvature of the earth and passing ships.
The right side is the 'sunset side' for evening flights, offering spectacular golden hour views over the Atlantic. If the flight path approaches from the East (Runway 30), you might get a distant view of the Severn Bridges and Cardiff city center just before touchdown.
Book Hotels in CardiffDistance: 300 km (186 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 30 min
Departure: DUB (53.421299, -6.27007)
Arrival: CWL (51.39670181274414, -3.343329906463623)
Route Type: International
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