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Which side of the plane to sit from Edinburgh Airport (Edinburgh) to Jersey Airport (Jersey)?

Our Recommendation
8.2

Right Side of the Plane

The right side provides a more dramatic sequence of landscapes, featuring the Lake District fells, the English South Coast, and a superior perspective of the smaller Channel Islands during the descent.

Right Side Highlights
8.2
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The Lake District

Stunning vistas of the Cumbrian fells and major lakes like Windermere and Ullswater in the distance.

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The Peak District

Views over the rolling green hills and rugged gritstone edges of England's first national park.

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The Solent

Watch the Isle of Wight and the busy maritime traffic entering the ports of Southampton and Portsmouth.

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Channel Islands Archipelago

Exceptional views of Alderney, Guernsey, and the smaller islands of Herm and Sark during the descent phase.

The right side is the clear winner for the landing sequence. Depending on the wind, you may fly directly past Guernsey and Sark. In the afternoon, the sunlight hits the Lake District fells perfectly, highlighting the topography.

Left Side Highlights
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Edinburgh & Arthur's Seat

Immediate views of the Scottish capital's historic skyline and the volcanic peak of Arthur's Seat upon departure.

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North Sea Coastline

If the route tracks east, you can see the rugged cliffs of the Northumberland coast and the Farne Islands.

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Greater London

As you pass through the Home Counties, the vast sprawl of London and the silver thread of the Thames are often visible.

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Normandy Peninsula

Clear views of the French Cotentin Peninsula and the city of Cherbourg before the plane turns toward Jersey.

Sit on the left for morning flights to keep the sun behind you. Look out for the historic bridges over the Firth of Forth if departing to the east. On final approach, this side often sees the eastern coast of Jersey and Gorey Castle.

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Route Information

Distance: 754 km (469 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 15 min

Departure: EDI (55.95000076293945, -3.372499942779541)

Arrival: JER (49.20790100097656, -2.1955099105834956)

Route Type: International

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