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LEI → LGW
Which side of the plane to sit from Almería International Airport (Almeria) to London Gatwick Airport (London)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides an unparalleled view of Europe's only desert upon departure and offers the most iconic views of the English coastline, including the Seven Sisters cliffs, during the arrival phase.
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Tabernas Desert
The famous 'badlands' and canyons where many Western films were shot, visible immediately after takeoff.
Pyrenees Mountains
Distant views of the snow-capped border between Spain and France appearing to the east.
La Rochelle
The historic French port city and the neighboring islands of Ré and Oléron.
Seven Sisters Cliffs
Stunning white chalk cliffs along the Sussex coast as the aircraft crosses into England.
High Weald
The patchwork of ancient woodlands and rolling hills of the Sussex countryside during the final seconds of flight.
The right side is essential for seeing the Tabernas Desert shortly after departure from Almería. For the best views of the Seven Sisters white cliffs, look out the window as the plane crosses the English coast near Eastbourne or Newhaven. Morning flights on this side offer the best lighting for photography over France.
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Cabo de Gata-Níjar
Volcanic rock formations and pristine Mediterranean beaches visible during the initial climb.
Picos de Europa
Dramatic limestone peaks of Northern Spain visible as the flight crosses the Cantabrian coast.
Brittany Peninsula
The rugged, indented coastline of Western France as the aircraft transits toward the English Channel.
Isle of Wight
A clear aerial view of the island and the Solent as the plane enters UK airspace.
London Skyline
Distant views of the Shard and London's skyscrapers if the flight path loops north for its approach.
Choose the left side for sunset views on evening flights as the sun dips over the Atlantic. This side is also superior for viewing the Picos de Europa mountains in Spain. Watch for the Isle of Wight roughly 20 minutes before landing to signal the start of the final descent.
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Get eSIMs for United KingdomDistance: 1,600 km (994 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 8 min
Departure: LEI (36.84389877319336, -2.3701000213623047)
Arrival: LGW (51.148102, -0.190278)
Route Type: International
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