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MAN → GVA
Which side of the plane to sit from Manchester Airport (Manchester) to Geneva Cointrin International Airport (Geneva)?
Right Side of the Plane
While both sides offer views of the English landscape and French countryside, the Right Side is the clear winner due to the spectacular reveal of the High Alps and Mont Blanc during the descent into Geneva.
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Greater London
On clear days, the vast sprawl of London and the winding River Thames are visible to the east.
Parisian Horizon
Depending on the specific air corridor, the Eiffel Tower can occasionally be spotted as a tiny needle on the horizon.
Mont Blanc
The highest peak in Western Europe dominates the skyline to the southeast during the descent.
French Alps
A breathtaking panorama of snow-capped peaks and glacial valleys as you approach the Swiss border.
Jet d'Eau
Geneva's famous 140-meter tall water fountain is often visible just before the wheels touch the tarmac.
The right side is essential for Alpine enthusiasts. For the best experience, choose a seat forward of the wing to ensure an unobstructed view of Mont Blanc. Morning flights provide the best lighting for the Alps, while evening flights offer a stunning golden hour glow over the French mountain ranges.
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Manchester Cityscape
Aerial views of Manchester city center and the iconic football stadiums immediately after takeoff.
English Channel
Clear views of the shipping lanes and the white cliffs of the Kent coastline as you transition to French airspace.
Jura Mountains
The densely forested, folded limestone ridges of the Jura range stretching toward the Swiss border.
Lake Geneva
The vast, crescent-shaped Lac Léman dominates the landscape during the final approach into GVA.
Sit on the left if you want a better view of the English coastline and the expansive Lake Geneva during the final turn. This side is particularly scenic if the aircraft is assigned a northern approach (Runway 22), as you will glide directly alongside the lake's northern shore.
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Get eSIMs for SwitzerlandDistance: 993 km (617 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 39 min
Departure: MAN (53.35369873046875, -2.2749500274658203)
Arrival: GVA (46.23809814453125, 6.108950138092041)
Route Type: International
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