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MAN โ FNC
Which side of the plane to sit from Manchester Airport (Manchester) to Madeira Airport (Funchal)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side is superior for the iconic approach into Madeira, offering breathtaking views of the rugged coastline, the city of Funchal, and the famous stilted runway architecture.
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Welsh Mountains
On clear days, the distant peaks of Snowdonia are visible to the west shortly after takeoff.
Bay of Biscay
Expansive views of the deep blue Atlantic and maritime traffic heading toward the Celtic Sea.
Atlantic Sunset
Spectacular orange and purple horizons on late afternoon or evening departures from Manchester.
Funchal Cityscape
A stunning view of Madeira's capital built into the natural amphitheater of the mountains during landing.
Airport Runway Stilts
The unique engineering of FNC's runway, supported by 180 concrete pillars, is best seen from this side.
Book a window seat on the right for evening flights to witness the sunset over the Atlantic. As you approach Madeira, stay alert for the 'curved' approach to Runway 05; this side provides the most direct view of the cliffs and the airport's unique structure. Sit away from the wing for unobstructed views of the steep volcanic terrain.
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The Midlands
Bird's eye view of the English countryside and southern towns after departing Manchester.
English Channel
Observe the busy shipping lanes and the transition from the UK to the French coastline.
French Atlantic Coast
Glimpses of the rugged shores of Brittany and the Bay of Biscay's eastern edge.
Picos de Europa
Dramatic views of the limestone peaks in Northern Spain as the plane transits towards the Atlantic.
Porto Santo
The golden-beach island of the Madeira archipelago often appears first on the left side during descent.
The left side is ideal for morning flights to enjoy the sunrise over Europe without glare. Keep a close watch after crossing the Bay of Biscay for the Northern Spanish coast. During the final approach, if the plane loops around the island from the east, you will get a great view of the Ponta de Sรฃo Lourenรงo peninsula.
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Get eSIMs for PortugalDistance: 2,570 km (1,597 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 26 min
Departure: MAN (53.35369873046875, -2.2749500274658203)
Arrival: FNC (32.697899, -16.7745)
Route Type: International
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