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PMI → SOU
Which side of the plane to sit from Palma De Mallorca Airport (Palma de Mallorca) to Southampton Airport (Southampton)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers superior views of the rugged Tramuntana mountains upon departure, a more direct look at the high peaks of the Pyrenees, and the iconic 'Needles' chalk formations during the approach into Southampton.
Serra de Tramuntana
Dramatic views of Mallorca's UNESCO-listed mountain range and the rugged northwest coastline immediately after takeoff.
The Pyrenees
A spectacular crossing of the snow-capped border between Spain and France, offering vistas of high-altitude glacial lakes.
Loire Valley
Aerial perspective of the 'Garden of France,' characterized by winding rivers and historic Renaissance châteaux.
Normandy Coast
Clear views of the French coastline and the D-Day landing beaches as the plane begins its descent over the English Channel.
The Needles
The famous three white chalk stacks rising out of the sea at the western tip of the Isle of Wight.
Sit on the left for the best chance to see the Isle of Wight's western coastline. On a clear day, the contrast between the turquoise Mediterranean and the deep green of the Pyrenees is most striking around midday when shadows are minimal.
Palma Cathedral
A stunning view of the Gothic 'La Seu' cathedral and the Bay of Palma during the initial climb out of PMI.
Gulf of Lion
The sweeping curve of the Mediterranean coast near Montpellier and the Rhone delta.
Paris Outskirts
Depending on the flight corridor, the distant skyline of Paris and the Eiffel Tower may be visible to the east.
Portsmouth Dockyard
Views of the historic naval base, the Spinnaker Tower, and the busy ferry traffic in the Solent.
Southampton Water
The deep-water estuary leading into the port, often filled with some of the world's largest cruise ships and container vessels.
The right side is excellent for catching the sunrise on early morning departures. During the final approach, keep a lookout for the Spinnaker Tower in Portsmouth and the large cruise liners docked in the Southampton terminals.
Distance: 1,307 km (812 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 45 min
Departure: PMI (39.551700592, 2.73881006241)
Arrival: SOU (50.95029830932617, -1.3567999601364136)
Route Type: International
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