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Which side of the plane to sit from Leeds Bradford Airport (Leeds) to Jersey Airport (Jersey)?

Our Recommendation
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Right Side of the Plane

The right side is generally superior for this route, offering a grand tour of the English West Country and the most dramatic approach into Jersey, often passing the neighboring Channel Islands of Guernsey and Sark.

Right Side Highlights
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Peak District

Early in the flight, look west to see the rugged plateaus and dark peak moorlands of the UK's first National Park.

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Bristol Channel

The widening estuary where the River Severn meets the sea, visible as the flight traverses towards the southwest.

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Exmoor and Dartmoor

Aerial views of the wild, open moorlands of Devon and Somerset as the plane nears the southern English coast.

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Guernsey and Sark

During descent, the plane often flies between the islands, offering stunning views of the smaller Channel Island gems.

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Corbière Lighthouse

As you bank for landing, the iconic white lighthouse on the southwestern tip of Jersey is frequently visible.

The right side is ideal for capturing the quintessential Channel Island arrival. Try to book a seat ahead of the wing to ensure an unobstructed view of Sark and Guernsey's rocky coastlines during the descent into JER. Afternoon flights provide the best lighting for photography of the Devon coast.

Left Side Highlights
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Leeds City Center

Directly after takeoff, catch views of the Leeds urban area and the Elland Road stadium if departing to the south.

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The Cotswolds

Mid-flight views of the rolling limestone hills and golden-stone villages of this Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

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Solent and Isle of Wight

On clear days, the eastern edge of the Isle of Wight and the busy shipping lanes of the Solent are visible to the south.

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Normandy Coastline

As the plane crosses the English Channel, the Cotentin Peninsula of France often appears on the horizon to the left.

Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid direct sun glare. On the final approach, if the aircraft circles from the east, you will get an excellent view of Mont Orgueil Castle and the Royal Bay of Grouville.

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Route Information

Distance: 519 km (322 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 52 min

Departure: LBA (53.86589813232422, -1.6605700254440308)

Arrival: JER (49.20790100097656, -2.1955099105834956)

Route Type: International

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