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OSL → MAN
Which side of the plane to sit from Oslo Lufthavn (Oslo) to Manchester Airport (Manchester)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers the most diverse scenery, beginning with the iconic Oslofjord on departure and concluding with a scenic crossing of the Humber Estuary and the Peak District National Park in England.
Oslofjord
Breathtaking views of the winding fjord, forested islands, and the shoreline of the Akershus region immediately after takeoff.
Southern Coastline
A birds-eye view of coastal towns like Larvik and the intricate archipelago of the Norwegian Riviera.
North Sea Wind Farms
Vast offshore wind arrays, including the Hornsea project, visible as white specks against the deep blue sea.
Humber Bridge
A clear view of the massive suspension bridge spanning the Humber Estuary near the city of Hull.
Peak District
Dramatic moorlands, limestone dales, and reservoirs like Ladybower as the flight descends into Manchester.
Choose the left side for morning flights to enjoy the best lighting without the sun's glare. During the descent, keep your camera ready about 15 minutes before landing for the Humber Bridge and the rolling hills of the Peak District. If the flight lands towards the west (Runway 23), the left side provides excellent views of the Cheshire countryside.
Telemark Highlands
Distant, rugged mountain peaks and high plateaus of southern Norway's interior.
Kristiansand
The southern tip of Norway, often seen as the last point of land before the open North Sea transit.
Shipping Lanes
Frequent sightings of cargo vessels and tankers navigating the busy routes between Scandinavia and the UK.
Yorkshire Wolds
The picturesque, rolling chalk hills and patchwork fields of northern England's rural heartland.
Manchester Skyline
A view of the growing cluster of skyscrapers in Manchester city center during the final approach.
The right side is superior for evening flights, offering spectacular sunset views over the horizon. As the plane enters UK airspace over East Yorkshire, look for the urban sprawl of Leeds and Bradford. On a clear day, you may even spot the distant Irish Sea to the west as the plane prepares to land.
Distance: 1,104 km (686 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 28 min
Departure: OSL (60.121, 11.0502)
Arrival: MAN (53.35369873046875, -2.2749500274658203)
Route Type: International
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