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LSI → EDI
Which side of the plane to sit from Sumburgh Airport (Sumburgh) to Edinburgh Airport (Edinburgh)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers an exceptional perspective of Scotland's diverse geography, transitioning from the remote Northern Isles to the dramatic Highlands and concluding with a world-class aerial view of the Forth Bridges and Edinburgh's historic skyline.
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Fair Isle
The most remote inhabited island in the UK, famous for its knitwear and bird observatory, often passed directly to the west.
Orkney Archipelago
Stunning views of the North Isles of Orkney, including the distinct shapes of North Ronaldsay and Sanday.
Cairngorm Mountains
On clear days, the high plateaus and snow-dusted peaks of the Scottish Highlands dominate the western horizon.
The Forth Bridges
An unbeatable view of the three bridges spanning the Firth, including the red Victorian cantilever Rail Bridge.
Edinburgh Castle
On the standard approach to Runway 24, the castle and the Royal Mile are clearly visible perched atop the volcanic plug.
Choose the right side for the ultimate Scottish 'grand tour' from the air. Sit forward of the wing to ensure the engine doesn't block your view of the Forth Bridges and Edinburgh city center. Late afternoon flights offer spectacular 'golden hour' lighting on the Highland peaks to the west. This side is also superior for spotting the Kelpies near Falkirk if the approach path takes you further west.
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Just after takeoff, look down to see the most well-preserved Iron Age tower in the world on its own small island.
Aberdeen Coastline
The 'Granite City' is visible as the flight tracks south along the Aberdeenshire coast towards the Mearns.
St Andrews
Clear views of the world-famous Old Course and the historic university town as you cross the Firth of Tay.
The Bass Rock
A massive volcanic plug in the Firth of Forth, appearing white due to the world's largest colony of Northern gannets.
North Berwick Law
A prominent conical hill that stands out against the flat East Lothian landscape near the mouth of the Forth.
The left side is best for morning flights to avoid the glare of the sun. It provides a better view of the North Sea oil industry infrastructure and the rugged cliffs of the East Lothian coast during the final descent. If the plane circles over the Firth of Forth, you may get a unique view of the Isle of May.
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Get eSIMs for United KingdomDistance: 454 km (282 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 45 min
Departure: LSI (59.87889862060547, -1.295560002326965)
Arrival: EDI (55.95000076293945, -3.372499942779541)
Route Type: Domestic
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