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MME → ABZ
Which side of the plane to sit from Durham Tees Valley Airport (Teesside) to Aberdeen Dyce Airport (Aberdeen)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side of the aircraft offers a premier view of the rugged North Sea coastline, featuring iconic castles, tidal islands, and dramatic cliff formations typical of the Anglo-Scottish border region.
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Holy Island
The historic Lindisfarne Priory and Castle visible on its tidal island, surrounded by shifting sands.
Bamburgh Castle
One of the most spectacular aerial views of any castle in the UK, perched directly on the Northumberland shoreline.
Farne Islands
A cluster of rocky outcrops famous for their massive puffin and seal colonies, appearing as dark spots in the blue water.
Dunnottar Castle
A dramatic ruined medieval fortress sitting on a rocky headland just south of Stonehaven, signaling the approach to Aberdeen.
The right side is significantly more scenic for coastline lovers. Watch for the change in water color near the Firth of Forth. During winter months, an afternoon flight on this side provides a beautiful 'blue hour' glow over the North Sea, but be aware that the sun sets very early this far north.
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Newcastle and Gateshead
Clear views of the River Tyne, its iconic bridges, and the Angel of the North sculpture shortly after departure.
The Cheviot Hills
The rolling green peaks of the Northumberland National Park marking the natural border between England and Scotland.
Edinburgh Vista
On clear days, look northwest to spot Arthur's Seat and the historic skyline of the Scottish capital.
Tay Rail Bridge
A view of the long bridge spanning the Firth of Tay as you pass the city of Dundee.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid the harsh glare of the rising sun over the North Sea. This side is also better for spotting inland landmarks like the Eildon Hills and the southern edges of the Highlands in the distance during the final third of the flight.
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Get eSIMs for United KingdomDistance: 303 km (188 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 30 min
Departure: MME (54.50920104980469, -1.4294099807739258)
Arrival: ABZ (57.20190048217773, -2.1977798938751216)
Route Type: Domestic
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