MJV → BHX

Mar Menor

The enormous saltwater lagoon and the narrow La Manga sandstrip are clearly visible immediately after departure from MJV.

Picos de Europa

Distant views of the rugged limestone peaks in Northern Spain as the flight heads toward the Bay of Biscay.

Brittany Coastline

The jagged cliffs and numerous islands of the French western peninsula are often visible during the cross-channel transition.

Isle of Wight

The 'Needles' white chalk stacks and the Solent are frequently spotted as the aircraft enters UK airspace.

The Cotswolds

Lush green landscapes and rolling hills of the Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty during the descent into Birmingham.

Costa Blanca

Views of the high-rise skylines of Benidorm and the Mediterranean beaches if the flight path tracks slightly east.

The Pyrenees

Dramatic views of the high-altitude border between Spain and France if the route takes a more central inland path.

Loire Valley

The winding rivers and historic chateaux of central France can be seen under clear sky conditions.

English Channel

Excellent views of the busy shipping lanes and ferry traffic between Cherbourg and Portsmouth.

City of Oxford

The historic 'Dreaming Spires' of the university city are often visible on the right during the final approach path to BHX.