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Which side of the plane to sit from Split Airport (Split) to London Gatwick Airport (London)?

Our Recommendation
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Left Side of the Plane

The left side offers a superior panorama of the Istrian Peninsula, the dramatic jagged peaks of the Dolomites, and the expansive Lake Constance before crossing into the United Kingdom.

Left Side Highlights
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Adriatic Archipelago

Breathtaking views of the turquoise Croatian coast and the islands of the Kvarner Gulf shortly after departure.

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Istrian Peninsula

Aerial perspective of the Roman Arena in Pula and the colorful coastal towns of Rovinj and Poreฤ.

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The Dolomites

Spectacular views of the UNESCO-listed Italian limestone peaks and high-altitude alpine valleys.

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Lake Constance

The massive 'Bodensee' where Germany, Austria, and Switzerland meet, often clearly visible from cruising altitude.

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Rhine Valley

The winding Rhine River and the historic city of Strasbourg near the French-German border.

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English Channel

Crossing the narrow sea between Calais and Dover, often spotting cargo ships and ferries below.

Book a window seat ahead of the wing for unobstructed photos of the Alps. On morning flights, the sun is behind you, providing perfectly illuminated landscapes. Keep an eye out for the Venice Lagoon to the far south shortly after crossing Istria.

Right Side Highlights
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Velebit Range

The rugged karst mountains of Croatia rising steeply from the Adriatic shore right after takeoff.

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Slovenian Alps

The Julian Alps and views toward the capital city of Ljubljana nestled in the green landscape.

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Austrian High Alps

Glaciated peaks of the Hohe Tauern range, including the Grossglockner on clear northern routes.

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The Black Forest

Dense evergreen canopy and rolling hills of southwestern Germany's most famous woodland.

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Benelux Urbanization

Dense clusters of cities including Luxembourg and Brussels as the flight heads toward the North Sea.

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The Weald

The picturesque patchwork of fields and forests in Kent and East Sussex during the descent into Gatwick.

Great for seeing the rugged Dinaric Alps immediately after departure from Split. In the late afternoon, this side receives the golden hour glow, which is excellent for mountain photography. If landing to the West at LGW, you may catch a distant glimpse of the London skyline.

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Route Information

Distance: 1,498 km (931 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs

Departure: SPU (43.53889846801758, 16.29800033569336)

Arrival: LGW (51.148102, -0.190278)

Route Type: International

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