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ORK → EMA
Which side of the plane to sit from Cork Airport (Cork) to East Midlands Airport (East Midlands)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides an exceptional perspective of the North Wales mountains and the scenic arrival over the Peak District National Park into the Midlands.
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Cork Coast
Lush green landscapes and the mouth of Cork Harbour immediately after takeoff.
Snowdonia
Jagged peaks of the Eryri National Park visible across the horizon in North Wales.
Liverpool Bay
Distant views of the Mersey estuary and the industrial heritage of the Northwest.
The Peak District
Dramatic limestone dales and gritstone edges visible during the descent into EMA.
Derby City
Clear views of the city center and landmark stadiums during the final approach.
Choose the left side for morning departures to have the sun behind you. Keep an eye out for the distinctive silhouette of Mam Tor as the plane lowers its landing gear. This side is also best for seeing the lights of the North West if flying at night.
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Celtic Sea
Uninterrupted maritime views during the transit between Ireland and the UK.
Pembrokeshire Coast
Beautiful rocky inlets and beaches of West Wales as you cross the coastline.
Brecon Beacons
The rolling red sandstone peaks of South Wales visible to the south-east.
The Cotswolds
Classic English countryside views with a patchwork of fields and historic villages.
Leicester
The urban expanse of Leicester is often visible on the southern horizon during arrival.
The right side offers the best views of the Welsh coastline landfall. In winter, the low sun can be bright on this side, so bring sunglasses for afternoon flights. Sit behind the wing to capture the landing gear deployment over the rural Leicestershire landscape.
Book Hotels in East MidlandsDistance: 499 km (310 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 50 min
Departure: ORK (51.84130096435547, -8.491109848022461)
Arrival: EMA (52.8311004639, -1.32806003094)
Route Type: International
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