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PFO → BHX
Which side of the plane to sit from Paphos International Airport (Paphos) to Birmingham International Airport (Birmingham)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side of the aircraft offers a more spectacular sequence of landmarks, including a direct path over the Greek Cyclades, the heart of the Swiss Alps, and a clearer view of the English coastline and London's outskirts during the final approach.
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Greek Archipelagos
Unrivaled views of Rhodes, Mykonos, and the scattered gems of the Aegean Sea shortly after takeoff.
Athens & Attica
Clear visibility of the Saronic Gulf and the sprawling urban landscape of historic Athens.
The High Alps
Direct overflight of the snow-capped Swiss Alps, providing views of jagged peaks and turquoise glacial lakes.
Rhine River Valley
The winding path of the Rhine river as it cuts through the industrial and forest heartlands of Western Europe.
Greater London
A potential view of the London skyline and the winding Thames if the approach into BHX tracks from the southeast.
The right side is superior for photography due to the density of landmarks. Aim for a seat forward of the wing to capture the Greek Islands and the Alps without engine heat distortion. During sunset flights, this side catches the 'golden hour' glow on the alpine snow.
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Mediterranean Expane
Early flight views of the deep turquoise waters of the Levantine Basin after departing Cyprus.
Crete Massifs
Views of the rugged southern coastline and the Lefka Ori (White Mountains) of Crete.
Italian Coastline
The southern tip of the Italian 'boot' and the shimmering Tyrrhenian Sea as you cross toward Europe.
Southern Alps
Distanced but impressive views of the French and Italian alpine foothills and glacial valleys.
French Chateaus
The mosaic of agricultural fields and historic estates across central France and the Picardy region.
For the best lighting, choose the left side on morning flights to avoid direct glare from the southern sun. This side is also preferred if the flight path tracks closer to the French coast, offering better views of the English Channel's white cliffs upon entry into UK airspace.
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Get eSIMs for United KingdomDistance: 3,340 km (2,075 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 56 min
Departure: PFO (34.71799850463867, 32.48569869995117)
Arrival: BHX (52.4538993835, -1.7480299472799998)
Route Type: International
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