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GLA → EXT
Which side of the plane to sit from Glasgow International Airport (Glasgow) to Exeter International Airport (Exeter)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior mix of island scenery, coastal transitions, and the dramatic mountain ranges of North Wales before descending into the South West.
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Firth of Clyde
Immediate views of the Isle of Arran, the Holy Isle, and the volcanic plug of Ailsa Craig.
Solway Firth
The dramatic tidal patterns and sandbars where the River Eden meets the Irish Sea.
Snowdonia / Eryri
The most rugged peaks in Wales, including clear views of the Snowdon massif on cloudless days.
Bristol Channel
The transition from the Welsh coast across the muddy waters of the estuary toward Somerset.
Exmoor National Park
High moorland plateau and some of the highest sea cliffs in England as you enter Devon airspace.
The right side is essential for seeing the Scottish islands shortly after takeoff. For the best views of the Welsh mountains, choose a morning flight when the sun illuminates the western slopes. During winter, look for snow-capped peaks in the Snowdonia range for a spectacular contrast against the coastline.
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Rolling green hills and the expansive wind farms marking the border between Scotland and England.
Lake District National Park
Panoramic views of the eastern Cumbrian fells and the elongated waters of Ullswater and Windermere.
West Midlands Sprawl
The dense urban landscape of Birmingham and its surrounding industrial and residential zones.
The Cotswolds
An aerial perspective of the Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty with its iconic patchwork fields.
Bath & Bristol
Glance down at the historic stone architecture of Bath and the sprawling maritime city of Bristol.
Sit in the forward section of the cabin to avoid wing obstruction when viewing the Lake District. Afternoon flights provide excellent sun positioning for photographing the golden hues of the Cotswold countryside. Keep an eye out for the distinct Severn Bridges as you approach the South West.
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Get eSIMs for United KingdomDistance: 575 km (357 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 58 min
Departure: GLA (55.8718986511, -4.43306016922)
Arrival: EXT (50.73440170288086, -3.4138898849487305)
Route Type: Domestic
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