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Which side of the plane to sit from Exeter International Airport (Exeter) to George Best Belfast City Airport (Belfast)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior mix of urban landscapes, mountain ranges, and the iconic Isle of Man before a scenic descent into Belfast Lough.
Cardiff & South Wales
Clear views of the Welsh capital and the industrial coastline of the Bristol Channel.
Cambrian Mountains
Rugged green valleys and rolling peaks forming the backbone of mid-Wales.
Snowdonia National Park
The dramatic peaks of North Wales, including Snowdon, the highest point in Wales and England.
Isle of Man
The entire island is often visible mid-flight, sitting prominently in the center of the Irish Sea.
Belfast Lough
A close-up view of the shipping lanes and the famous Harland & Wolff cranes upon landing.
The right side is best for landmark spotting. Watch for Snowdonia mid-flight; its peaks are often snow-capped during winter months. As you approach BHD, you'll get a prime view of the historic Belfast shipyards and the city center if the wind is from the East.
Celtic Sea
Vast blue expanses as you cross from the Devon coast towards the Irish Sea.
Lundy Island
A rugged granite outcrop visible in the distance across the Bristol Channel.
Pembrokeshire Coast
Striking views of the West Wales coastline and its remote, sandy beaches.
Cardigan Bay
A massive crescent-shaped bay known for its marine life and dramatic sunsets on evening flights.
Strangford Lough
A large sea lough with numerous tiny drumlin islands visible on the final approach.
Sit here for sunset views on evening flights as the sun dips toward the Atlantic. Look for the 'thousand islands' of Strangford Lough during the final descent, which are particularly beautiful in the clear morning light.
Distance: 462 km (287 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 46 min
Departure: EXT (50.73440170288086, -3.4138898849487305)
Arrival: BHD (54.61809921264648, -5.872499942779541)
Route Type: Domestic
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