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LEI → BHX
Which side of the plane to sit from Almería International Airport (Almeria) to Birmingham International Airport (Birmingham)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides an exceptional vantage point of the Sierra Nevada mountains immediately after takeoff, followed by the dramatic transition from the Spanish Meseta to the lush Cantabrian coast and finally the rolling English countryside.
Sierra Nevada
Mainland Spain's highest peaks, featuring dramatic altitude and often snow-capped summits shortly after takeoff.
Castilian Meseta
The vast, golden high plains of central Spain with ancient agricultural patterns and arid landscapes.
Cantabrian Range
Dramatic green mountains meeting the Atlantic coast as the flight departs the Spanish mainland.
Brittany Peninsula
The rugged, jagged coastline of western France extending into the Atlantic with prominent lighthouses.
The Cotswolds
Picturesque honey-colored stone villages and rolling green hills during the final descent into the Midlands.
For the most dramatic mountain views, choose the left side. Shortly after takeoff from Almería, the Sierra Nevada peaks will dominate the horizon. During the descent into BHX, look for the patchwork fields of the Cotswolds. Morning flights provide the best lighting for the Spanish terrain while avoiding direct glare.
Cabo de Gata
Witness the stark volcanic beauty and turquoise waters of this protected marine-terrestrial park during the climb.
Madrid Skyline
A distant view of the Spanish capital's skyscrapers and urban sprawl depending on the specific airway used.
Bay of Biscay
Deep blue maritime views often dotted with international shipping traffic and cargo vessels.
Normandy Coast
The historic coastline of France, occasionally featuring the iconic white chalk cliffs of the Alabaster Coast.
Midlands Landscape
Views of the industrial heritage and urban centers of the English heartland during the final approach.
Right-side passengers get the best view of the Almerían coastline and Cabo de Gata-Níjar Natural Park during the initial climb. As you cross the English Channel, watch for the white cliffs of Normandy and the busy shipping lanes. Late afternoon flights offer a warm glow over the English Midlands on this side.
Distance: 1,736 km (1,079 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 19 min
Departure: LEI (36.84389877319336, -2.3701000213623047)
Arrival: BHX (52.4538993835, -1.7480299472799998)
Route Type: International
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