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Which side of the plane to sit from Inverness Airport (Inverness) to London Luton Airport (London)?

Our Recommendation
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Left Side of the Plane

The Left Side offers spectacular views of the Moray Firth, the Cairngorms, and the iconic bridge-laden estuaries of the Tay and Forth before descending over eastern England.

Left Side Highlights
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Moray Firth

Expansive views of the inlet immediately after takeoff from Inverness.

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Cairngorms National Park

Glimpse the snow-capped peaks and vast plateaus of the UK's largest national park.

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Firth of Tay

Aerial perspective of Dundee and the historic Tay Rail Bridge.

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Firth of Forth

Look for the three iconic bridges connecting the Lothians to Fife near Edinburgh.

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York

On clear days, the gothic towers of York Minster are visible as you head south.

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Cambridge

The historic university city and its surrounding flatlands appear during the initial descent.

Sit on the left for the best views of the Scottish coastline. On departure from INV, you'll likely bank over the Moray Firth. Keep an eye out for the Forth Bridges near Edinburgh. Early morning flights provide dramatic shadows over the Scottish Glens.

Right Side Highlights
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Loch Ness

Depending on the departure path, the northern tip of the famous loch may be visible.

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Grampian Mountains

Vast views of the rugged Highland terrain to the west of the flight path.

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Lake District

Dramatic vistas of England's highest peaks and deepest lakes to the far west.

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The Pennines

The 'Backbone of England' provides a rolling landscape of moors and valleys.

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Milton Keynes

The distinct modern grid layout is clearly visible during the final approach into Luton.

The right side is superior for mountain lovers, offering views of the rugged western Highlands and the Lake District. During the descent into Luton, you'll often see the sprawl of the Midlands and the distinct grid layout of Milton Keynes.

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Route Information

Distance: 673 km (418 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 7 min

Departure: INV (57.54249954223633, -4.047500133514403)

Arrival: LTN (51.87469863891602, -0.36833301186561584)

Route Type: Domestic

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