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STN â LDY
Which side of the plane to sit from London Stansted Airport (London) to City of Derry Airport (Londonderry)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior views of the English Peak District and a dramatic approach over the Antrim Plateau and the stunning Causeway Coastline before landing near Lough Foyle.
Peak District
Stunning views of the dark peak moorlands and limestone dales of central England as you head northwest.
Solway Firth
The wide estuary forming part of the border between England and Scotland is clearly visible before crossing the sea.
Antrim Coastline
Spectacular views of the basalt cliffs and the Antrim Plateau as the flight approaches Northern Ireland.
Lough Foyle
The expansive waters of the Foyle estuary provide a beautiful transition from the sea to the airport runway.
Galloway Hills
Distant views of the Southern Uplands of Scotland are often visible across the North Channel.
The right side is essential for the approach. Most flights into LDY track along the northern coast; if you're lucky, you can spot the edges of the Giant's Causeway area. Evening flights are particularly beautiful as the sun sets over the Atlantic to the west of the Lough.
Home Counties
Aerial views of the patchwork fields and suburban landscapes of Hertfordshire and Buckinghamshire immediately after departure.
Snowdonia Peaks
On clear days, the rugged silhouettes of the North Wales mountains are visible across the horizon to the west.
Isle of Man
A great view of the southern tip of the island and the Calf of Man as the flight crosses the Irish Sea.
Sperrin Mountains
The rolling green ridges and moorlands of the Sperrins provide a scenic backdrop during the final descent into Londonderry.
Sit on the left for better lighting during morning flights, as the sun will be behind you. Look out for the Isle of Man approximately 35-40 minutes into the flight. If the plane circles south of Derry, you will get a better view of the city center.
Distance: 602 km (374 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr
Departure: STN (51.8849983215, 0.234999999404)
Arrival: LDY (55.04280090332031, -7.161109924316406)
Route Type: Domestic
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