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IOM → GLO
Which side of the plane to sit from Isle of Man Airport (Isle Of Man) to Gloucestershire Airport (Golouchestershire)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior scenic experience, featuring the rugged peaks of Snowdonia and the iconic curves of the River Severn upon the final approach into Gloucestershire.
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Calf of Man
The small, rugged island off the southern tip of the Isle of Man, known as a sanctuary for diverse birdlife.
Snowdonia (Eryri)
The dramatic, jagged peaks of North Wales, including Snowdon (Yr Wyddfa), providing the flight's most majestic vista.
Cardigan Bay
The sweeping coastline of West Wales where the mountains meet the deep blue of the Irish Sea.
River Severn & Bridges
The widening estuary and the impressive Severn Bridges connecting England and Wales are visible to the south.
Gloucester Cathedral
A stunning Gothic landmark with a massive tower that stands out in the cityscape during the final descent.
The right side is unbeatable for late afternoon or evening flights as the sun sets over the Irish Sea, casting a golden glow on the Welsh mountains. Look out for the 'Severn Bore' tidal wave if timing matches the lunar cycle; it is a unique geographic phenomenon visible from the air near the destination.
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Langness Peninsula
A low-lying stretch of land near the IOM airport featuring a historic lighthouse and jagged rocky outcrops.
Liverpool Bay
On clear days, see the distant offshore wind farms and the bustling maritime traffic heading toward the Mersey.
The Shropshire Hills
Verdant, rolling landscapes of an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty as you transition into English airspace.
Cheltenham Spa
The elegant Regency town architecture and the famous racecourse are visible just before touchdown.
The Cotswolds
Characteristic honey-colored stone villages and patchwork fields typical of the English countryside.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid direct sunlight. This side is ideal for spotting the Malvern Hills—a distinct North-South ridge—shortly before the descent into GLO. During the autumn, the changing colors of the Cotswold forests are particularly vibrant from this side.
Get eSIMs for Isle of Man
Get eSIMs for United KingdomDistance: 294 km (183 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 29 min
Departure: IOM (54.08330154418945, -4.623889923095703)
Arrival: GLO (51.89419937133789, -2.1672201156616206)
Route Type: International
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