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EDI → MAN
Which side of the plane to sit from Edinburgh Airport (Edinburgh) to Manchester Airport (Manchester)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side of the aircraft offers the most dramatic scenery, featuring the rugged peaks of the Lake District and the beautiful coastline of Northwest England.
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Southern Uplands
The remote and forested hills of southern Scotland unfold shortly after departure from EDI.
The Lake District
The star attraction, offering aerial views of Lake Windermere, Ullswater, and the dramatic Cumbrian fells.
Morecambe Bay
The vast, shimmering tidal sands of the bay are clearly visible as the plane crosses into Lancashire.
Blackpool Coast
Look for the iconic Blackpool Tower and the 'Golden Mile' coastline as the aircraft begins its descent.
This is the premier side for photography. Choose a window seat forward of the wing to capture the Lake District without engine heat haze. In winter, the snow-capped Cumbrian peaks are spectacular. Evening flights offer stunning sunset views over the Irish Sea.
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Pentland Hills
Rising just south of Edinburgh, these rolling peaks provide a beautiful green backdrop immediately after takeoff.
North Pennines
Fly over the high moorlands and deep dales of this Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
Yorkshire Dales
On clear days, the distinctive limestone pavement and patchwork fields of the Dales are visible to the east.
Manchester Skyline
A close-up view of the Beetham Tower and Deansgate Square skyscrapers during the final approach.
Sit behind the wing for the best views of the Pennine ridges. Morning flights are ideal as the sun illuminates the hills from the east. If the flight approaches MAN from the south, you will get an excellent view of the city center.
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Get eSIMs for United KingdomDistance: 297 km (185 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 30 min
Departure: EDI (55.95000076293945, -3.372499942779541)
Arrival: MAN (53.35369873046875, -2.2749500274658203)
Route Type: Domestic
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