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GLA → BRR
Which side of the plane to sit from Glasgow International Airport (Glasgow) to Barra Airport (Barra)?
Right Side of the Plane
While both sides offer world-class scenery, the right side provides a superior view of the iconic beach landing at Barra. As the Twin Otter descends over the Atlantic, the right side captures the expansive white sands of An Tràigh Mhòr and the turquoise waters of the Hebrides, alongside distant views of the Highlands and the Isle of Mull's northern coast.
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Loch Lomond
Aerial views of the 'Queen of Scottish Lochs' and its many islands to the north shortly after departure.
Tobermory
The famous brightly colored houses of Mull's main town are often visible as the flight path skirts the Sound of Mull.
Coll and Tiree
The flat, low-lying islands known for their high sunshine hours and vast sandy beaches appear as emerald gems in the Atlantic.
Traigh Mhor Beach
The absolute highlight: the final approach directly over the world's only beach runway used for scheduled flight services.
The right side is the 'money seat' for the landing. Since the aircraft is a Twin Otter with high wings, every seat has an unobstructed view. Note that landing times depend entirely on the tide; check the tide tables before booking if you want to see the tide either fully out (maximum beach) or coming in (water runways).
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Firth of Clyde
Immediate views of the historic shipbuilding waters and the rugged Cowal Peninsula shortly after takeoff from Glasgow.
Duart Castle
A striking 13th-century clifftop fortress on the Isle of Mull, visible as the flight crosses the Firth of Lorn.
Paps of Jura
On clear days, the distinct conical quartzite peaks of Jura are visible to the south across the water.
Isle of Vatersay
As the plane maneuvers for landing, you get a glimpse of the twin white-sand bays connected by a narrow machair strip.
The left side is exceptional for viewing the rugged interior of the Inner Hebrides. For the best lighting on the mountains of Mull and Argyll, choose a morning flight when the sun is in the east. Keep an eye out for the distinct silhouette of the Treshnish Isles as you approach the Outer Hebrides.
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Get eSIMs for United KingdomDistance: 225 km (140 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 23 min
Departure: GLA (55.8718986511, -4.43306016922)
Arrival: BRR (57.0228, -7.443060000000001)
Route Type: Domestic
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