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ORK â BHX
Which side of the plane to sit from Cork Airport (Cork) to Birmingham International Airport (Birmingham)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers the most consistent views of the rugged Irish coastline upon departure and the dramatic landscapes of the Welsh mountains and the Pembrokeshire coast during the crossing.
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Waterford Coastline
Clear views of the Copper Coast and the Hook Head Lighthouse as the plane leaves the Irish mainland.
Pembrokeshire National Park
The jagged cliffs and secluded bays of southwest Wales are visible as you cross the Irish Sea.
Brecon Beacons
Stunning vistas of the Pen y Fan peak and the rolling green ridges of South Wales.
The Black Country
The industrial heritage and urban sprawl of the West Midlands as you begin your final descent into BHX.
Sit on the left for morning flights to keep the sun behind you. This side provides a better angle for spotting the lighthouse at Hook Head shortly after takeoff from ORK and offers the clearest views of the Welsh mountains during mid-flight.
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Lundy Island
A remote granite outcrop in the Bristol Channel known for its puffin colonies and dramatic isolation.
Severn Bridges
The iconic M4 and M48 suspension bridges connecting South Wales to England over the wide Severn Estuary.
The Cotswolds
Aerial views of the 'Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty' featuring patchworked fields and ancient stone villages.
Birmingham Skyline
A great perspective of the Bullring and central skyscrapers if the wind necessitates a westerly landing approach.
The right side is excellent for afternoon flights, capturing the golden hour glow over the Cotswolds. Watch for the massive tidal range of the Severn Estuary, which creates interesting sand patterns at low tide.
Book Hotels in BirminghamDistance: 465 km (289 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 47 min
Departure: ORK (51.84130096435547, -8.491109848022461)
Arrival: BHX (52.4538993835, -1.7480299472799998)
Route Type: International
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