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IOM → BLK
Which side of the plane to sit from Isle of Man Airport (Isle Of Man) to Blackpool International Airport (Blackpool)?
Right Side of the Plane
While both sides offer great views of the Irish Sea, the right side provides the most iconic perspective of the Blackpool skyline, including the Tower and Pleasure Beach, as you descend toward the coast.
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Langness Peninsula
The narrow, scenic strip of land and lighthouse adjacent to Ronaldsway Airport visible during the climb.
Offshore Wind Farms
The massive arrays of turbines in the Irish Sea, including the Walney Extension, one of the world's largest.
Blackpool Tower
The town's most famous landmark, inspired by the Eiffel Tower, visible from miles away on the approach.
Blackpool Pleasure Beach
The dense cluster of rollercoasters, including the 'Big One', located at the south end of the promenade.
The Three Piers
The North, Central, and South piers stretching out into the Irish Sea as the plane crosses the shoreline.
This is the 'money side' for urban sightseeing. Sit here for a direct view of the Golden Mile. If the flight lands from the west (common with sea breezes), you will fly directly past the Tower. Afternoon flights offer the best lighting as the sun sets over the Irish Sea to your west.
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Castletown and Rushen Castle
View of the historic former capital of the Isle of Man and its medieval fortress immediately after takeoff.
Morecambe Bay
The expansive tidal sands and mudflats located just north of the Blackpool approach path.
Lake District Peaks
On clear days, the distant mountains of Cumbria, including Scafell Pike, are visible to the northeast.
Heysham Power Station
A prominent industrial landmark situated on the coastline near the city of Lancaster.
Sit on the left if you prefer natural landscapes. On clear mornings, the sun will be behind you, making the Lake District fells and the Lancashire coastline look particularly sharp. Look for the distinct curve of Morecambe Bay as the plane begins its descent.
Get eSIMs for Isle of Man
Get eSIMs for United KingdomDistance: 110 km (68 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 11 min
Departure: IOM (54.08330154418945, -4.623889923095703)
Arrival: BLK (53.77170181274414, -3.0286099910736084)
Route Type: International
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