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EMA → PFO
Which side of the plane to sit from East Midlands Airport (East Midlands) to Paphos International Airport (Paphos)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers the most consistent views of the European landscape, including the heart of the Alps and the intricate archipelagos of the Aegean Sea, while avoiding direct sun glare for much of the journey.
The English Channel
Clear views of the Dover coastline and the northern French ports as you cross into mainland Europe.
The Swiss Alps
Dramatic views of the central Alpine peaks, glaciers, and deep valleys around the Swiss-Italian border.
Adriatic Coastline
The northern reaches of the Adriatic Sea, often featuring views of the Venetian Lagoon and the Istrian Peninsula.
Aegean Islands
A stunning mosaic of Greek islands including Rhodes and Karpathos scattered across the deep blue Mediterranean.
Kyrenia Mountains
The jagged northern mountain range of Cyprus visible as the flight begins its final descent into Paphos.
The left side is ideal for photography because it faces away from the sun on this southeasterly route. Look out approximately 90 minutes into the flight for the best mountain views. In winter, the snow-covered Alps are a major highlight. For the best approach views, watch for the Cypriot coastline appearing about 20 minutes before landing.
Eastern France
Views of the rolling hills of Champagne and Burgundy as the flight tracks south.
Mont Blanc
Europe's highest peak is often visible in the distance to the west if the flight path tracks through France.
Italian West Coast
Distant views of the Apennine Mountains and the Tyrrhenian Sea as you pass the Italian peninsula.
Peloponnese Peninsula
The rugged mountains and deep bays of southern Greece and the Corinth Canal area.
Akamas Peninsula
The wild, western tip of Cyprus and the Paphos coastline during the final turn for landing.
Be prepared for significant sun glare on the right side during daytime flights heading southeast. Use the window shade if necessary, but open it during the final 15 minutes of the flight; the right side often gets a superior view of the Akamas Peninsula and the Paphos lighthouse as the plane lines up with the runway at PFO.
Distance: 3,331 km (2,070 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 55 min
Departure: EMA (52.8311004639, -1.32806003094)
Arrival: PFO (34.71799850463867, 32.48569869995117)
Route Type: International
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