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PMI → PIK

Our Recommendation
8.5

Left Side of the Plane

The left side offers superior views of the dramatic Tramuntana mountains during departure, the rugged Welsh coast, and the spectacular Isle of Arran on the final approach into Prestwick.

Left Side Highlights
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Serra de Tramuntana

Dramatic limestone peaks and steep cliffs of Mallorca's northern coast immediately after takeoff.

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Eastern Pyrenees

Snow-capped summits and deep valleys as the flight crosses from Spain into France.

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Loire Valley

Aerial views of the winding Loire River and historical French countryside in central France.

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Welsh Mountains

Rugged landscapes of the Brecon Beacons and Snowdonia as you traverse western Britain.

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Isle of Arran

The 'Scotland in Miniature' with its jagged granite peaks, visible during the descent into PIK.

Sit on the left for the best morning light on the mountains. On the approach to Prestwick, the view of Arran and the Firth of Clyde is iconic and best viewed from this side. Keep your camera ready about 20 minutes before landing.

Right Side Highlights
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Barcelona Coastline

A distant view of the Catalan capital and its famous urban grid pattern as you head north.

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Massif Central

The ancient volcanic plateaus and craters of south-central France.

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Severn Estuary

The massive bridges connecting England and Wales over the muddy tidal waters.

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Southern Uplands

The rolling green hills and extensive wind farms of the Scottish borders.

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Firth of Clyde

Active shipping lanes and the coastal towns of Ayrshire during the final descent.

Choose the right side if flying during a late afternoon summer flight to avoid the direct glare of the sun. This side offers better views of the inland French terrain and the English Midlands/Welsh border area.

Top Activities in Prestwick
Route Information

Distance: 1,855 km (1,153 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 28 min

Departure: PMI (39.551700592, 2.73881006241)

Arrival: PIK (55.5093994140625, -4.586669921875)

Route Type: International

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