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Which side of the plane to sit from London Luton Airport (London) to San Javier Airport (Murcia)?

Our Recommendation
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Left Side of the Plane

The left side offers a superior view of the English Channel coastline, the dramatic central peaks of the Pyrenees, and the iconic approach over the Mar Menor lagoon into San Javier.

Left Side Highlights
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London Skyline

Aerial views of Greater London and the Thames Estuary shortly after departure from Luton.

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Normandy Coast

Dramatic white chalk cliffs and the historic beaches of Northern France.

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Central Pyrenees

Stunning snow-capped peaks and high-altitude valleys while crossing the border into Spain.

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Aragon Steppes

The unique, arid, and colorful landscapes of the Ebro basin in northeastern Spain.

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Mar Menor Lagoon

A breathtaking view of Europe's largest saltwater lagoon and the thin strip of La Manga.

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Mediterranean Sea

Deep blue vistas of the Mediterranean as the aircraft turns for its final landing sequence.

Book a seat on the left (A) for the most iconic approach. In the morning, the sun will be behind you, providing perfectly lit landscapes. The descent into San Javier often involves a turn over the sea, giving the left side a direct view of the coastal resorts and the lagoon's unique geography.

Right Side Highlights
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Isle of Wight

Frequent views of the Solent and the needles on the southern English coast.

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Bay of Biscay

The vast expanse of the Atlantic Ocean meeting the rugged western coast of France.

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Western Pyrenees

Lush green mountains and the Basque countryside as the plane enters Spanish airspace.

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Spanish Meseta

The high central plateau of Spain, characterized by red earth and ancient villages.

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Sierra de EspuΓ±a

The dense forests and limestone peaks of the Murcian mountain ranges during the descent.

The right side (F) is ideal for evening flights to witness the sunset over the Atlantic and the Spanish interior. It also offers great views of the Isle of Wight shortly after takeoff if the flight path tracks southward over the English coast.

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Route Information

Distance: 1,568 km (974 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 5 min

Departure: LTN (51.87469863891602, -0.36833301186561584)

Arrival: MJV (37.775001525878906, -0.8123890161514282)

Route Type: International

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