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MBJ → LGW
Which side of the plane to sit from Sangster International Airport (Montego Bay) to London Gatwick Airport (London)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side is generally preferred for this transatlantic route, offering a more dramatic entry into UK airspace with views of the Cornish coastline and the Bristol Channel during the morning arrival.
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Montego Bay Coastline
Stunning views of the Jamaican north coast and the turquoise reefs of the Caribbean Sea immediately after takeoff.
The Bahamas
Depending on the specific flight path, you may see the southern fringes of the Bahamian archipelago early in the flight.
Cornish Cliffs
The first point of land after the Atlantic crossing, featuring the rugged and scenic coastline of Cornwall.
Bristol Channel
Aerial views of the massive estuary and the Severn bridges as the aircraft begins its descent over South West England.
South Downs
The rolling green hills and chalk grasslands of the National Park provide a classic English backdrop for the final approach.
As most flights from Jamaica to London are overnight, the left side offers the best chance to see the sunrise over the Atlantic without direct glare. In winter months, this side also provides a slight chance of spotting the Aurora Borealis during the mid-Atlantic portion of the flight.
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Blue Mountains
A distant look at Jamaica's interior mountain ranges and lush rainforests shortly after departure from MBJ.
Hispaniola Profile
Clear days may offer a distant silhouette of the mountainous terrain of Haiti and the Dominican Republic to the south.
Isle of Wight
The iconic diamond-shaped island and the Needles chalk formations are often visible during the STAR arrival procedure.
Brighton & Hove
Views of the famous pier and the vibrant south coast of England as the plane turns inland toward Gatwick.
Sussex Weald
The charming patchwork of ancient woodlands and farmsteads typical of the South East England countryside.
The right side is ideal for catching views of the English Channel and the southern coastal cities of England. If the flight arrives during the late morning, the lighting on this side is excellent for photography of the Sussex countryside during the final descent.
Book Hotels in LondonDistance: 7,568 km (4,703 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 8 hrs 54 min
Departure: MBJ (18.503700256347656, -77.91339874267578)
Arrival: LGW (51.148102, -0.190278)
Route Type: International
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