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IOM โ MAN
Which side of the plane to sit from Isle of Man Airport (Isle Of Man) to Manchester Airport (Manchester)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior vantage point for the dramatic English coastline, the Lake District mountains to the north, and iconic landmarks like the Blackpool Tower during the descent.
Langness Peninsula
Immediately after takeoff from IOM, look down to see the thin strip of the Langness Peninsula and the historic lighthouse.
The Lake District
Looking north across the Irish Sea, the peaks of the Lake District National Park, including Scafell Pike, are visible on clear days.
Morecambe Bay
As you cross the coast, the vast tidal mudflats and sands of Morecambe Bay stretch out beneath the wing.
Blackpool Tower
A prime sight during the descent, the iconic Victorian tower and the Pleasure Beach are clearly visible along the Fylde coast.
Winter Hill
The high transmitter mast atop the West Pennine Moors marks the final approach phase into Greater Manchester.
Choose a window seat forward of the wing to avoid engine heat haze. For the best photography, morning flights provide front-lighting on the English coast, while late afternoon flights offer a warm glow over the Lake District peaks. Keep your camera ready shortly after takeoff for the Manx coastline.
Irish Sea Cross
Expansive views of the Irish Sea, often dotted with ferry traffic and offshore wind farms like Walney Extension.
Snowdonia Peaks
Looking south, the rugged mountains of North Wales and the Isle of Anglesey can be seen across the water.
Liverpool Bay
As the plane turns toward Manchester, the mouth of the River Mersey and the Liverpool docks come into view.
Manchester Ship Canal
Follow the path of this historic industrial waterway as it winds through the Cheshire landscape toward the city.
Cheshire Plain
A patchwork of green fields and affluent villages marks the final moments before touchdown at MAN.
The right side is excellent for spotting the Liverpool skyline and the Welsh mountains to the south. During evening flights, you may catch a beautiful sunset reflecting off the Mersey Estuary. Ensure your window is clean, as the low sun in the late afternoon can highlight scratches.
Distance: 175 km (109 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 18 min
Departure: IOM (54.08330154418945, -4.623889923095703)
Arrival: MAN (53.35369873046875, -2.2749500274658203)
Route Type: International
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