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MAD → MAN
Which side of the plane to sit from Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (Madrid) to Manchester Airport (Manchester)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior vantage point for the transition from the Spanish plateaus to the rugged Cantabrian coast, followed by scenic entries over the Cornish peninsula and the Welsh mountains during the northern approach.
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Sierra de Guadarrama
Snow-capped peaks and rugged granite formations north of Madrid during the initial climb.
Bay of Biscay
The deep blue transition from the Spanish coast into the Atlantic crossing.
Cornish Coast
Aerial views of the jagged cliffs and sandy coves of Land's End and St. Ives.
Snowdonia
Dramatic vistas of the highest mountains in Wales as the plane heads toward northern England.
Mersey Estuary
Panoramic views of the Liverpool skyline, the Wirral, and the historic docks during descent.
Choose the left side for morning flights to keep the sun behind you. This side is particularly rewarding during the final 20 minutes of flight, as typical arrival patterns over the Irish Sea provide excellent views of the North West coastline. In winter, the snow on the Welsh peaks is a major highlight.
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Madrid Skyline
Vistas of the Cuatro Torres Business Area and the dense urban grid of the Spanish capital.
Rioja Vineyards
The geometric patterns of Spain's famous wine region visible during the mid-climb phase.
Brittany Peninsula
The fortified towns and rocky inlets of the French Atlantic coast.
The Cotswolds
Classic English patchwork fields and rolling limestone hills of the AONB.
Peak District
The dark moorlands and green dales east of Manchester just before touchdown.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights to avoid the glare of the setting sun. If the aircraft approaches Manchester from the east (Runway 23), you will get a fantastic view of the Peak District National Park. Look out for the distinct shape of Mont Saint-Michel if the flight path tracks slightly east over France.
Book Hotels in ManchesterDistance: 1,436 km (892 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 55 min
Departure: MAD (40.471926, -3.56264)
Arrival: MAN (53.35369873046875, -2.2749500274658203)
Route Type: International
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