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MAN → VLC
Which side of the plane to sit from Manchester Airport (Manchester) to Valencia Airport (Valencia)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side is generally superior for this route as it offers the iconic approach over the Mediterranean Sea and the best views of Valencia's city center and coastline during descent.
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Southern English Coast
Clear views of the South Downs and the busy shipping lanes of the English Channel shortly after takeoff.
Loire Valley
Aerial perspective of the winding rivers and historical chateaus in central France.
Eastern Pyrenees
A panoramic view of the rugged mountain range marking the border between France and Spain.
Gulf of Valencia
Deep blue Mediterranean waters and the long sandy stretches of the Costa del Azahar.
Valencia City Landmarks
View the futuristic City of Arts and Sciences and the green ribbon of the Turia Gardens on final approach.
Sit on the left for morning flights to enjoy the sunrise reflecting off the English Channel. During the descent into Valencia, planes frequently bank over the Mediterranean; this side provides the best view of the port and the city's architectural highlights. Avoid seats directly over the wing to ensure an unobstructed view of the Pyrenees.
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Severn Estuary
The dramatic meeting of the Severn and Wye rivers near the Welsh border.
Bordeaux Vineyards
Expansive, geometric patterns of the famous French wine region near the Garonne River.
Central Pyrenees
Dramatically close views of the highest snow-capped summits of the mountain range.
Spanish Meseta
The stark, ochre-colored landscapes and deep ravines of the Aragon and Teruel provinces.
Huerta de Valencia
The patchwork of orange groves and vegetable gardens surrounding the city of Valencia.
The right side is ideal for late afternoon flights as the sun will be on the opposite side, reducing glare. It offers a more intimate look at the central Pyrenees peaks and the arid, dramatic interior of Spain. If the wind dictates an approach from the west, this side will see the Albufera natural park south of the city.
Book Hotels in ValenciaDistance: 1,548 km (962 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 4 min
Departure: MAN (53.35369873046875, -2.2749500274658203)
Arrival: VLC (39.4893, -0.481625)
Route Type: International
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