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MAN → IOM
Which side of the plane to sit from Manchester Airport (Manchester) to Isle of Man Airport (Isle Of Man)?
Right Side of the Plane
The Right Side is the preferred choice as it offers unparalleled views of the Lake District National Park to the north and the northern rugged coastline of the Isle of Man upon arrival.
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Blackpool Tower
Spot the iconic tower and the Pleasure Beach rollercoasters as you transition from land to sea.
Lake District Fells
Spectacular northern views of the Cumbrian mountains and Morecambe Bay's vast tidal sands.
Irish Sea Transit
A short but scenic crossing where you can often spot large ferries and gas rigs dotting the water.
Snaefell Summit
View the highest point of the Isle of Man and the rolling green hills of the island's interior during descent.
Best for morning flights to see the sunlight illuminating the Cumbrian hills. Keep your eyes peeled shortly after takeoff for the distinctive bend in the coastline near the Fylde peninsula.
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Manchester Skyline
Aerial views of Manchester city center and Old Trafford stadium immediately after takeoff from MAN.
Liverpool Waterfront
Clear views of the Mersey Estuary, the Liverpool docks, and the expansive offshore wind farms.
Snowdonia National Park
On clear days, look south to see the distant peaks of the North Wales mountains across the Irish Sea.
Castle Rushen
Views of the medieval castle in Castletown as the aircraft lines up for its final approach into IOM.
Ideal for evening flights to catch the sun setting over the Irish Sea. This side provides a better perspective of the urban industrial heritage of the North West before the sea crossing.
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Get eSIMs for Isle of ManDistance: 175 km (109 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 18 min
Departure: MAN (53.35369873046875, -2.2749500274658203)
Arrival: IOM (54.08330154418945, -4.623889923095703)
Route Type: International
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