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STN → GLA
Which side of the plane to sit from London Stansted Airport (London) to Glasgow International Airport (Glasgow)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a superior vantage point for the dramatic landscapes of the Lake District and the rugged Southern Uplands as you cross into Scotland.
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Peak District
View the dark peak moorlands and limestone valleys of northern Derbyshire.
Manchester & Liverpool
On clear days, see the urban sprawl and industrial heritage of the North West.
Lake District
Stunning aerial views of Windermere and the jagged peaks of the Cumbrian Fells.
Solway Firth
Cross the tidal estuary that forms part of the border between England and Scotland.
Southern Uplands
Gaze across the vast, rolling green hills of the Scottish Borders.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid direct sun glare. The Lake District view typically appears 30 to 40 minutes into the flight. If the aircraft approaches Glasgow from the west, you will get a magnificent view of the Firth of Clyde and the Argyll hills.
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Cambridge
Look for the historic colleges and the distinctive layout of this university city.
Yorkshire Dales
Identify the unique limestone pavements and stone-walled fields of North Yorkshire.
North Pennines
Fly over the high moorlands and deep dales of this Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
Edinburgh Skyline
On clear days, the Scottish capital and the Firth of Forth are visible in the distance.
Pentland Hills
The final scenic range before descending into the Clyde Valley.
The right side is ideal for evening flights to watch the sun set over the western horizon. During the descent, look for the M8 motorway and the eastern fringes of the Glasgow metropolitan area. In winter, the snow-capped Pennines are a highlight on this side.
Book Hotels in GlasgowDistance: 538 km (334 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 54 min
Departure: STN (51.8849983215, 0.234999999404)
Arrival: GLA (55.8718986511, -4.43306016922)
Route Type: Domestic
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