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LSI → INV
Which side of the plane to sit from Sumburgh Airport (Sumburgh) to Inverness Airport (Inverness)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides an unparalleled view of the remote Fair Isle and a comprehensive panorama of the Orkney archipelago and the rugged Sutherland coastline.
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Fitful Head
Massive 170-meter sea cliffs at the southern tip of Shetland, offering a sheer drop into the Atlantic.
Fair Isle
The isolated island mid-way between Shetland and Orkney, famous for its knitting traditions and birdlife.
Orkney Archipelago
A sprawling view of the islands including North Ronaldsay, Sanday, and the historic waters of Scapa Flow.
Dunrobin Castle
A stunning fairytale-style castle on the Sutherland coast, visible just before the flight crosses the Moray Firth.
The Black Isle
The fertile, green peninsula of the Highlands that marks the final turn into Inverness Airport.
The right side is the 'island spotter's side.' Keep your camera ready shortly after takeoff for Fair Isle and mid-flight for the Orkney islands. On a clear day, look further west to catch a glimpse of the Old Man of Hoy stack.
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Shetland East Coast
Dramatic views of the South Mainland's eastern cliffs and the North Sea horizon immediately after takeoff.
Mousa Broch
The best-preserved Iron Age broch in the world, visible as a distinct circular tower on the island of Mousa.
Moray Firth Beaches
Golden sandy stretches of the Moray coast near Lossiemouth and Nairn during the final approach.
Cairngorms National Park
The distant, often snow-capped peaks of the Grampian Mountains visible to the south during descent.
Sit on the left for morning flights to catch the sunrise over the North Sea. During the descent, watch for the sweeping arc of the Moray coastline, which is particularly scenic in the late afternoon glow.
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Get eSIMs for United KingdomDistance: 304 km (189 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 30 min
Departure: LSI (59.87889862060547, -1.295560002326965)
Arrival: INV (57.54249954223633, -4.047500133514403)
Route Type: Domestic
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