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NCL → BRU
Which side of the plane to sit from Newcastle Airport (Newcastle) to Brussels Airport (Brussels)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior view of the English coastline during departure and provides a better perspective of the Port of Antwerp and the Brussels city skyline during the final approach phase.
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Durham Heritage Coast
Immediately after takeoff, view the rugged cliffs and sandy beaches stretching south from the Tyne towards Hartlepool.
Norfolk Broads
As the flight follows the UK coast, catch glimpses of the intricate network of rivers and lakes in East Anglia.
Port of Antwerp
One of Europe's largest ports is clearly visible with its massive container terminals and winding Scheldt river locks.
Brussels City Center
On the standard approach to Runway 25L, the Atomium and the historic center of Brussels are visible in the distance.
Sit on the left for the best chance to see the English coast before the North Sea crossing. On morning flights, the sun will be behind you, providing excellent lighting for photos of the Belgian landscape and the city of Antwerp. Watch for the change in water color as you approach the Scheldt estuary.
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Dogger Bank Wind Farms
Spot the vast clusters of offshore wind turbines standing in the middle of the North Sea.
Zeeland Delta
View the impressive Dutch coastal engineering and the interconnected islands of the southwest Netherlands.
Bruges and Ghent
The medieval layouts and spires of these historic Flemish cities can often be spotted during the descent.
Choose the right side if you are flying in the late afternoon to avoid the direct glare of the sun. This side is particularly good for spotting offshore maritime traffic and the massive storm surge barriers along the Dutch and Belgian coasts. Keep an eye out for the distinctive circular pattern of the wind farm arrays.
Book Hotels in BrusselsDistance: 618 km (384 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 2 min
Departure: NCL (55.037498474121094, -1.6916699409484863)
Arrival: BRU (50.9014015198, 4.48443984985)
Route Type: International
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