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PMI → LHR
Which side of the plane to sit from Palma De Mallorca Airport (Palma de Mallorca) to London Heathrow Airport (London)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side is superior for this route because it offers a potential panoramic view of Central London during the descent into Heathrow, coupled with excellent views of the high Pyrenees and the Balearic coastline during departure.
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Menorca Views
On clear days, the neighboring island of Menorca is often visible to the east during the climb.
Eastern Pyrenees
Direct views of the highest peaks near Andorra as you transition from Spanish to French airspace.
Paris Suburbs
Distant views of the Parisian basin and occasionally the Eiffel Tower if the flight path tracks easterly.
English Channel
One of the world's busiest shipping lanes, featuring cargo ships and ferries crossing near the Isle of Wight.
Central London
The 'Heathrow Tour'—spectacular views of the Shard, London Eye, and Thames if landing on a westerly operation (Runways 27L/R).
The right side is the 'money side' for London arrivals. Most flights land facing west; if so, you will fly directly over the heart of London. To maximize the view, choose a seat behind the wing to avoid engine obstruction. In the morning, this side provides excellent lighting for photos of the Pyrenees without the harsh shadows found on the left.
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Tramuntana Range
Dramatic views of Mallorca's UNESCO-protected limestone mountain ridge immediately after takeoff.
Catalan Coastline
Aerial perspectives of the Spanish mainland near Barcelona as the flight heads north across the sea.
Central Pyrenees
Rugged, snow-capped peaks of the central border range between Spain and France.
Loire Valley
The 'Garden of France' featuring winding rivers and historic chateaux visible through central France.
Windsor Castle
Often visible on final approach to Heathrow if landing on the northern or southern runways from the west.
Sit on the left for the best view of the Tramuntana mountains during the initial climb out of Palma. On a clear day, you can see the deep turquoise inlets of the northern coast. Note that during afternoon flights, this side will face the setting sun, which can cause significant glare when flying over France and the UK.
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Get eSIMs for United KingdomDistance: 1,348 km (838 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 48 min
Departure: PMI (39.551700592, 2.73881006241)
Arrival: LHR (51.4706, -0.461941)
Route Type: International
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