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Which side of the plane to sit from Oslo Lufthavn (Oslo) to Manchester Airport (Manchester)?

Our Recommendation
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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.

Left Side Highlights
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Oslofjord

Breathtaking views of the winding fjord, forested islands, and the shoreline of the Akershus region immediately after takeoff.

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Southern Coastline

A birds-eye view of coastal towns like Larvik and the intricate archipelago of the Norwegian Riviera.

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North Sea Wind Farms

Vast offshore wind arrays, including the Hornsea project, visible as white specks against the deep blue sea.

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Humber Bridge

A clear view of the massive suspension bridge spanning the Humber Estuary near the city of Hull.

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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.

Right Side Highlights
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Telemark Highlands

Distant, rugged mountain peaks and high plateaus of southern Norway's interior.

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Kristiansand

The southern tip of Norway, often seen as the last point of land before the open North Sea transit.

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Shipping Lanes

Frequent sightings of cargo vessels and tankers navigating the busy routes between Scandinavia and the UK.

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Yorkshire Wolds

The picturesque, rolling chalk hills and patchwork fields of northern England's rural heartland.

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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.

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Route Information

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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