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EMA → MJV
Which side of the plane to sit from East Midlands Airport (East Midlands) to San Javier Airport (Murcia)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers superior views of the central Pyrenees' highest peaks and a more dramatic descent over the Mediterranean coastline and the Mar Menor lagoon.
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The English Channel
Clear views of the crossing between the South Coast of England and the Normandy beaches.
Central Pyrenees
Dramatic vistas of the highest snow-capped peaks as the flight crosses the border from France into Spain.
Zaragoza & Ebro River
The sprawling city of Zaragoza and the winding path of the Ebro River through the valley.
Costa Blanca
Sparkling views of the Mediterranean coastline and the white sand beaches near Alicante.
Mar Menor Lagoon
A stunning aerial perspective of Europe's largest salt-water lagoon right before touchdown.
Sit on the left for the most iconic approach into San Javier. Morning flights provide excellent lighting on the Pyrenees. Keep your camera ready about 20 minutes before landing for the Mar Menor views. Avoid sitting directly over the wing to ensure an unobstructed view of the ground features.
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French Vineyards
Vast stretches of agricultural land and famous vineyards in the Poitou-Charentes and Aquitaine regions.
Île de Ré & La Rochelle
The distinctive white bridges and sandy islands of the French Atlantic coast.
Bay of Biscay
The deep blue expanse where the Atlantic meets the rugged coastline of the Basque Country.
Arid Iberian Interior
The contrasting red and ochre landscapes of the Spanish high plains and rugged sierras.
Mediterranean Horizon
Expansive views of the Mediterranean Sea as the aircraft turns for its final approach.
The right side is ideal for seeing the Atlantic coast of France. On evening flights, this side will catch the sunset over the Spanish interior. Use a polarising filter for your camera to cut through the haze often found over the Bay of Biscay. Note that the sun may be quite strong on this side during midday southbound flights.
Book Hotels in MurciaDistance: 1,675 km (1,041 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 14 min
Departure: EMA (52.8311004639, -1.32806003094)
Arrival: MJV (37.775001525878906, -0.8123890161514282)
Route Type: International
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