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LEI → MAN
Which side of the plane to sit from Almería International Airport (Almeria) to Manchester Airport (Manchester)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the unique Tabernas Desert upon departure, the rugged Spanish interior, and the iconic green landscapes of the English Peak District during the descent into Manchester.
Tabernas Desert
Fly directly over Europe's only true desert, famous as a filming location for classic Western movies.
Serranía de Cuenca
The rugged, pine-covered mountain ranges of eastern Castile-La Mancha offer striking topographical contrast.
Basque Coastline
The dramatic cliffs and inlets of Northern Spain are visible before crossing the water toward France.
Brittany Peninsula
If the flight path tracks slightly east, the jagged coastline of northwestern France becomes visible.
Peak District
The rolling hills, reservoirs, and stone-walled fields of the Peak District are a highlight during the Manchester arrival.
The right side is ideal for morning flights to avoid direct sun glare. It provides the best perspective of the unique arid landscapes in Almería. During landing at MAN (especially on Runway 23R), the right side offers a beautiful panorama of the Cheshire and Derbyshire countryside.
Sierra Nevada
Catch a glimpse of mainland Spain's highest peaks to the west shortly after takeoff from Almería.
Madrid Metropolitan Area
Detailed views of the Spanish capital's sprawl and its surrounding satellite towns during the cruise phase.
Cantabrian Mountains
Dramatic limestone peaks visible as the aircraft prepares to leave the Spanish mainland.
Bay of Biscay
Vast expanse of the Atlantic Ocean, often featuring large cargo vessels and dramatic cloud formations.
Jodrell Bank
Look for the massive white dish of the Lovell Telescope in the Cheshire countryside during the final approach.
Choose the left side for sunset views on evening flights as the sun dips over the Atlantic. This side is also excellent for spotting the urban density of central Spain. Keep your camera ready during the final 10 minutes of flight for a potential sighting of the iconic Jodrell Bank observatory.
Distance: 1,836 km (1,141 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 27 min
Departure: LEI (36.84389877319336, -2.3701000213623047)
Arrival: MAN (53.35369873046875, -2.2749500274658203)
Route Type: International
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