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SOU → ACI
Which side of the plane to sit from Southampton Airport (Southampton) to Alderney Airport (Alderney)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers the most iconic landmarks of the English Channel crossing, including a prime view of the Isle of Wight's Needles and the rugged western reefs of Alderney.
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Southampton Water
Observe massive cruise liners and container ships at one of the UK's busiest ports.
The Needles
Get a bird's-eye view of the famous chalk stacks and lighthouse on the Isle of Wight.
Burhou Island
A sanctuary for puffins and gannets located just northwest of Alderney's main coast.
The Casquets
The historic and remote lighthouse station sitting on rocky outcrops in the Channel.
The Right Side is typically preferred for the spectacular view of the Needles, which occurs approximately 8-12 minutes after departure from SOU. Morning flights are ideal as the sun will be behind you, perfectly illuminating the white chalk cliffs and the turquoise waters of the Channel Islands.
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Portsmouth Harbour
View the Spinnaker Tower and the historic naval dockyards shortly after takeoff.
Ryde Pier
See the world's oldest seaside pier stretching into the Solent from the Isle of Wight.
The Breakwater
Witness Alderney's massive Victorian harbor wall during the final approach.
Saint Anne
The charming, colorful capital town of Alderney visible just before touchdown.
Sit on the left if you want a clear view of the harbor and the main town of Saint Anne during the final descent. On clear days, the French coast of the Cotentin Peninsula will be visible to the southeast halfway through the flight.
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Get eSIMs for GuernseyDistance: 151 km (94 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 15 min
Departure: SOU (50.95029830932617, -1.3567999601364136)
Arrival: ACI (49.706104, -2.21472)
Route Type: International
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