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Which side of the plane to sit from Glasgow Prestwick Airport (Prestwick) to Málaga Airport (Malaga)?

Our Recommendation
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Left Side of the Plane

The left side provides the most diverse scenery, ranging from the Welsh highlands to the majestic Sierra Nevada, with better lighting conditions for photography on most southbound daytime flights.

Left Side Highlights
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Snowdonia National Park

Excellent views of the rugged Welsh mountains and the Mawddach Estuary shortly after departure from the UK.

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Bristol Channel

The dramatic crossing between South Wales and the English West Country is clearly visible from high altitude.

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Spanish Meseta

The vast, golden-red landscapes of the central Iberian plateau provide a stark contrast to the verdant UK scenery.

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Sierra Nevada

On clear days, the snow-capped Mulhacén peak is visible to the east during the descent into Malaga.

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Malaga City

A bird's-eye view of the city center, the Alcazaba, and the port area during the final approach path.

Sit on the left for morning flights to keep the sun on the opposite side of the plane, reducing glare and window reflections for photos. This side is also prime for spotting the high mountains of Andalusia during the final 20 minutes of the flight.

Right Side Highlights
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Isle of Man

The entire island is often visible shortly after taking off from Prestwick, sitting prominently in the Irish Sea.

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Land's End

The iconic tip of Cornwall and the Longships Lighthouse mark the departure point from the British Isles.

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Picos de Europa

As the flight crosses the Bay of Biscay, look for the jagged limestone peaks of the Cantabrian Mountains in Northern Spain.

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Costa del Sol

Stunning views of the Mediterranean beaches stretching towards Estepona as the plane turns for its final landing sequence.

The right side is ideal for evening flights to catch the sunset over the Atlantic Ocean and the Bay of Biscay. Keep an eye out for the Isles of Scilly after passing the tip of Cornwall.

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Route Information

Distance: 2,094 km (1,301 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 48 min

Departure: PIK (55.5093994140625, -4.586669921875)

Arrival: AGP (36.67490005493164, -4.499110221862793)

Route Type: International

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