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LBA → MJV
Which side of the plane to sit from Leeds Bradford Airport (Leeds) to San Javier Airport (Murcia)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side is superior for this route as it offers breathtaking views of the English south coast upon departure and an unparalleled perspective of the Costa Blanca and the Mar Menor lagoon during the final descent into Murcia.
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English Midlands
Aerial views of the Peak District and the rolling green landscapes of central England shortly after takeoff.
English Channel
Crossing the coast near the Isle of Wight, offering views of the busy shipping lanes and the Solent.
Pyrenees Mountains
A spectacular crossing of the snow-capped border between France and Spain, with deep valleys visible to the east.
Costa Blanca
A stunning fly-past of the Spanish Mediterranean coast, including the high-rise skyline of Benidorm and Alicante.
Mar Menor & La Manga
A perfect view of the unique saltwater lagoon and the thin strip of land separating it from the Mediterranean on final approach.
Choose the left side for morning flights to keep the sun behind you for better photography. The highlights are most prominent during the final 20 minutes of the flight when the plane hugs the coastline. Look for the distinct blue waters of the Mar Menor lagoon just before landing.
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Bordeaux Vineyards
Expansive views of the famous French wine regions and the Garonne river winding toward the Atlantic.
Western Pyrenees
Rugged mountainous terrain and high-altitude lakes during the border crossing into the Iberian Peninsula.
La Mancha Plains
The arid, reddish-brown landscapes of the Spanish interior, contrasting sharply with the northern greenery.
Sierra de Espuña
Regional mountain ranges in the Murcia province visible during the initial stages of the descent.
The right side is ideal for evening flights to catch the sunset over the Bay of Biscay or the Spanish interior. It offers a more rugged, mountainous perspective through the mid-section of the flight. Be aware that the sun will be on this side for most of the southbound journey during midday.
Book Hotels in MurciaDistance: 1,790 km (1,112 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 23 min
Departure: LBA (53.86589813232422, -1.6605700254440308)
Arrival: MJV (37.775001525878906, -0.8123890161514282)
Route Type: International
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