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ORK → BRU
Which side of the plane to sit from Cork Airport (Cork) to Brussels Airport (Brussels)?
Right Side of the Plane
The Right Side is the clear winner, offering a stunning view of the South Irish coastline upon departure and a closer perspective of the historic Flemish cities like Bruges and Ghent during the descent into Brussels.
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Kinsale Harbour
The historic harbor and the Old Head of Kinsale are often visible immediately after takeoff from Cork.
North Devon Coast
The dramatic cliffs of Exmoor National Park and the popular holiday beaches of the Bristol Channel.
Heathrow Airport
Frequent routing over Southern England provides a top-down view of one of the world's busiest aviation hubs.
Bruges and Ghent
Incredible aerial views of the medieval 'Venice of the North' with its intricate canal systems and Belfry tower.
Brussels Skyline
As the plane banks for arrival, look for the Atomium and the gleaming buildings of the European Quarter.
Choose a window seat behind the wing to capture the expansive views of the English Channel. Afternoon flights are ideal for this side as the sun will be behind the aircraft, providing perfect lighting for photos of the Belgian landscape and the city of Bruges during the descent.
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Copper Coast
The rugged, UNESCO-recognized coastline of County Waterford with its secluded coves and sea stacks.
Pembrokeshire Coast
Sweeping views of the Welsh coastline and the offshore islands of Skomer and Skokholm.
Severn Estuary
The dramatic meeting point of the River Severn and the sea, including the impressive Prince of Wales Bridge.
Greater London
A panoramic view of the northern sprawl of London, often visible as the flight tracks east toward the coast.
Port of Zeebrugge
One of Europe's most significant container ports, easily identifiable by the massive ships and industrial infrastructure.
Sit toward the front to avoid engine heat haze. This side is particularly spectacular during morning flights when the sun illuminates the Welsh mountains. Watch for the 'polder' landscape—land reclaimed from the sea—as you enter Belgian airspace.
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Get eSIMs for BelgiumDistance: 906 km (563 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 31 min
Departure: ORK (51.84130096435547, -8.491109848022461)
Arrival: BRU (50.9014015198, 4.48443984985)
Route Type: International
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