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GLA → BEB
Which side of the plane to sit from Glasgow International Airport (Glasgow) to Benbecula Airport (Benbecula)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers an unparalleled vista of the Scottish Highlands, featuring the iconic Loch Lomond, the rugged peaks of Glencoe, and the dramatic silhouette of the Isle of Skye's Cuillin mountains.
Loch Lomond
Excellent views of the largest inland stretch of water in Great Britain and the surrounding Trossachs National Park.
Ben Nevis and Glencoe
On clear days, see the UK's highest peak and the dramatic ridges of one of Scotland's most famous glens.
Isle of Mull
Fly past the rugged volcanic peaks of Mull, including Ben More, the island's only Munro.
The Small Isles
Distinctive views of the islands of Eigg, Rum, and Muck, known for their unique geological formations.
The Cuillins of Skye
The jagged, dark peaks of the Black Cuillin on the Isle of Skye are visible to the north just before landing.
This is the premier side for mountain spotting. Shortly after takeoff, watch for the transition from the Lowlands to the Highlands at the Highland Boundary Fault. Afternoon flights are particularly scenic on this side as the setting sun casts long shadows over the mountain ridges, highlighting the dramatic terrain.
Erskine Bridge
A striking view of the cable-stayed bridge crossing the River Clyde shortly after departure from Glasgow.
Paps of Jura
The three distinctive conical quartzite mountains on the Isle of Jura are visible across the Sound of Jura.
Colonsay and Oronsay
Aerial perspectives of these remote islands, known for their stunning white beaches and clear turquoise waters.
Atlantic Ocean
Uninterrupted views of the vast North Atlantic as the flight crosses the Sea of the Hebrides.
South Uist Machair
The rare and fertile low-lying grassy plains and white sand beaches of the southern Outer Hebrides during the final approach.
The left side is ideal for capturing the coastline of the southern Inner Hebrides. For the best lighting on the white sand beaches of the Uists, choose a morning flight when the sun is behind the aircraft. During winter, look for the 'machair' covered in frost or light snow for unique textures.
Distance: 253 km (157 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 25 min
Departure: GLA (55.8718986511, -4.43306016922)
Arrival: BEB (57.48109817504883, -7.362780094146728)
Route Type: Domestic
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