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EMA → GLA
Which side of the plane to sit from East Midlands Airport (East Midlands) to Glasgow International Airport (Glasgow)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a premier view of the Lake District's dramatic fells and the rugged coastal beauty of the Firth of Clyde during the descent into Glasgow.
Peak District National Park
View the rolling limestone dales and gritstone edges of Derbyshire shortly after departure from EMA.
The Lake District
Unmatched aerial perspectives of Windermere and the high peaks of Scafell Pike as you head north.
Solway Firth
The expansive estuary marking the border between England and Scotland with its unique tidal patterns.
Isle of Arran
On a westerly approach into GLA, witness the dramatic mountainous skyline of this island in the Firth of Clyde.
Firth of Clyde
Vibrant maritime views of the shipping lanes and coastal towns like Largs and Dunoon.
Book an 'A' seat for the best panoramic views. On clear days, the transition from the industrial Midlands to the Lake District is visible within 15-20 minutes. Morning flights are ideal as the sun illuminates the western fells without glare.
Yorkshire Dales
The iconic green valleys and stone-walled fields of North Yorkshire visible to the east of the flight path.
North Pennines
Fly parallel to the 'Backbone of England', seeing the vast, heather-covered moors and high plateaus.
Southern Uplands
The remote and rolling hills of the Scottish Borders, often dotted with wind farms and forestry.
Glasgow City Center
A detailed view of the city's grid system, the 'Armadillo' SEC, and the University of Glasgow tower on final approach.
The right side (F seats) provides excellent views of the urban sprawl of Glasgow just before touchdown. This side is also better for spotting the historic towns of the Scottish Borders. If flying in winter, the snow-covered Pennines are a highlight on this side.
Distance: 393 km (244 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 39 min
Departure: EMA (52.8311004639, -1.32806003094)
Arrival: GLA (55.8718986511, -4.43306016922)
Route Type: Domestic
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