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Which side of the plane to sit from London Luton Airport (London) to Málaga Airport (Malaga)?

Our Recommendation
8.5

Left Side of the Plane

The left side offers a more scenic descent, featuring the high peaks of the Sierra Nevada and the sprawling Costa del Sol coastline before touchdown.

Left Side Highlights
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London Skyline

Distant views of the Shard and the Thames shortly after departure from Luton.

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English Channel

The crossing from the English coast toward the Normandy region of France.

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Pyrenees Mountains

Craggy, snow-touched peaks marking the natural border between France and Spain.

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Madrid Region

Aerial perspective of Spain's high-altitude capital city and surrounding plains.

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Sierra Nevada

Breathtaking views of the Mulhacén peak, the highest on the Iberian Peninsula.

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Costa del Sol

The turquoise waters and sandy beaches of the Mediterranean during final descent.

Choose the left side for morning flights to enjoy the sunrise without glare. As you approach Malaga, look out for the dramatic Sierra Nevada mountains which remain snow-capped well into the summer months.

Right Side Highlights
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Isle of Wight

Clear views of the Solent and the English south coast early in the flight.

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French Vineyards

The patchwork landscapes of the Bordeaux and Aquitaine wine regions.

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Bay of Biscay

Tracking along the rugged Atlantic coastline of western France and northern Spain.

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Spanish Meseta

The vast, sun-baked interior plateau of Spain with its unique red and ochre soil.

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Málaga Port

A bird's-eye view of the historic Alcazaba and the modern port area during landing.

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Alboran Sea

Views of the westernmost portion of the Mediterranean and passing cruise ships.

The right side is perfect for sunset views on evening flights. On arrival, this side provides the best view of Málaga city center and the coastline as the plane turns for its final approach to the runway.

Top Activities in Malaga
Route Information

Distance: 1,721 km (1,069 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 18 min

Departure: LTN (51.87469863891602, -0.36833301186561584)

Arrival: AGP (36.67490005493164, -4.499110221862793)

Route Type: International

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