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EMA → BRU
Which side of the plane to sit from East Midlands Airport (East Midlands) to Brussels Airport (Brussels)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers the most scenic descent, providing bird's-eye views of the historic medieval cities of Flanders, including Bruges and Ghent, followed by the Brussels skyline.
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The Fens
The unique, flat, agricultural patterns of the East of England shortly after departure.
Distant London Skyline
On clear days, the skyscrapers of London can be spotted to the south-west during the climb.
Bruges
The 'Venice of the North' with its circular canal structure and medieval Belfry tower.
Ghent
The historic skyline featuring Saint Bavo's Cathedral and the Gravensteen castle.
Brussels Cityscape
The Atomium and the dense urban center of Brussels during the final approach phase.
Sit on the right side for the best photography of Flemish cities. If landing on Runway 25L (common), the right side provides a stunning view of the Brussels city center. In winter, midday flights offer the best lighting as the sun remains low to the south.
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East Anglian Coastline
Aerial views of the Suffolk and Norfolk coast as the flight transitions over the North Sea.
North Sea Wind Farms
Massive offshore renewable energy arrays visible in the English Channel and North Sea.
Port of Zeebrugge
A clear view of the massive industrial shipping hub and container terminals on the Belgian coast.
Port of Antwerp
The expansive docks and winding Scheldt river leading into one of Europe's largest ports.
Look for the Dutch 'Zeeland' islands in the distance to the north during the sea crossing. Early morning flights offer soft lighting on the water, while late afternoon provides a high-contrast view of the industrial ports.
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Get eSIMs for BelgiumDistance: 453 km (281 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 45 min
Departure: EMA (52.8311004639, -1.32806003094)
Arrival: BRU (50.9014015198, 4.48443984985)
Route Type: International
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