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NWI → EDI
Which side of the plane to sit from Norwich International Airport (Norwich) to Edinburgh Airport (Edinburgh)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a spectacular coastal journey, featuring the North York Moors, the dramatic Northumberland coastline, and the iconic Forth Bridges upon arrival.
North Norfolk Coast
Stunning views of the salt marshes, sand dunes, and the Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty immediately after takeoff.
Humber Estuary
Aerial perspective of the massive Humber Bridge and the busy shipping lanes leading into the port of Hull.
North York Moors
Expansive views of the heather-clad moorland and deep glacial valleys as the flight paths cross Yorkshire.
Northumberland Coast
Look for the iconic Bamburgh Castle perched on the cliffs and the nearby Farne Islands and Holy Island.
The Forth Bridges
A world-class view of the three bridges spanning the Firth of Forth, including the red Victorian rail bridge.
For the best photography, a morning flight on the right side provides the best lighting on the coastline. Keep your camera ready as you cross the Scottish border; the transition from the Northumberland beaches to the Firth of Forth happens quickly and offers some of the UK's best aerial landmarks.
The Brecks
Early in the flight, see the unique prehistoric landscapes and pine forests of the Norfolk and Suffolk border.
The Pennines
As you head north, the 'backbone of England' provides a rolling mountainous backdrop to the west.
Edinburgh Castle
On certain approaches from the east, the left side captures the historic skyline and the volcanic plug of Arthur's Seat.
The Cheviots
Vast, rounded hills marking the border between England and Scotland as you cross into the north.
Choose the left side for sunset views on evening flights as the sun dips behind the Pennines. If the aircraft approaches Edinburgh from the east, the left side typically offers a superior view of the historic city center and the Castle just before touchdown.
Distance: 473 km (294 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 47 min
Departure: NWI (52.675800323500006, 1.28278005123)
Arrival: EDI (55.95000076293945, -3.372499942779541)
Route Type: Domestic
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