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Which side of the plane to sit from Manchester Airport (Manchester) to Oslo Lufthavn (Oslo)?

Our Recommendation
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Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers a superior view of the Manchester skyline upon takeoff, the impressive Humber Estuary, and extensive offshore wind farms, followed by a scenic descent over the dense Norwegian forests and Oslo's eastern outskirts.

Right Side Highlights
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Manchester Skyline

Clear views of the Deansgate Square skyscrapers and the city center immediately after takeoff.

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Humber Bridge

Visible as a thin line across the wide estuary as the flight exits the English coast toward the North Sea.

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Hornsea Wind Farm

One of the world's largest offshore wind arrays, appearing as a geometric grid in the North Sea.

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Norwegian Taiga

Vast expanses of dense spruce and pine forests that define the landscape around the Akershus region.

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Holmenkollen Area

Glimpses of the famous ski jump hill on the hills overlooking Oslo during the descent phase.

The right side is ideal for capturing the Manchester skyline. During the mid-flight North Sea crossing, look down for the intricate patterns of offshore wind turbines. On descent, this side typically offers a better angle for spotting the city of Oslo and the surrounding forest terrain. In winter, the low sun from the south makes this side very bright, so bring sunglasses.

Left Side Highlights
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Peak District National Park

Dramatic views of the rolling hills, moors, and gritstone edges shortly after departing Manchester.

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Skagerrak Strait

The meeting point of the North Sea and Baltic waters as the aircraft approaches the Norwegian coast.

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Oslofjord Islands

The western chain of rocky islands and coastal summer cabins visible during the final descent into OSL.

Sit on the left for softer lighting during morning flights and the best views of the western Oslofjord islands. Keep an eye out for the rugged coastline as you cross from the sea to land, especially if the flight path takes a more westerly approach.

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Route Information

Distance: 1,104 km (686 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 28 min

Departure: MAN (53.35369873046875, -2.2749500274658203)

Arrival: OSL (60.121, 11.0502)

Route Type: International

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