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STN → NOC
Which side of the plane to sit from London Stansted Airport (London) to Ireland West Knock Airport (Connaught)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior view of the Snowdonia mountain range in Wales and a spectacular aerial perspective of Dublin city and its bay as you cross into Irish airspace.
Greater London Skyline
On south-westerly departures, see the sprawling London skyline including the Shard and Canary Wharf in the distance.
Snowdonia National Park
Unrivaled views of the rugged Welsh peaks, including Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon), as the plane crosses the coast toward the Irish Sea.
Dublin Bay
A clear view of the Howth Peninsula, Dublin Port, and the city's coastal sprawl as you enter Ireland.
The River Shannon
Look down at Ireland's longest river as it winds through the green pastures of the Midlands.
Croagh Patrick
On the final approach to Knock, the iconic conical holy mountain and the islands of Clew Bay are often visible to the west.
Choose the left side for evening flights to witness the sunset over the Atlantic as you descend. This side also guarantees views of the Irish capital's layout when the flight path follows the standard transit corridor across the Irish Sea.
Cambridge
Quickly after takeoff, catch a glimpse of the historic university city and the flat terrain of East Anglia.
Liverpool & The Mersey
Excellent views of the North West's industrial heritage, the Mersey Estuary, and the Liverpool waterfront.
Isle of Man
On clear days, the silhouette of Snaefell and the Isle of Man is visible in the middle of the Irish Sea.
Mourne Mountains
Looking north across the border, the dramatic peaks in County Down often stand out against the horizon.
Lough Conn & Cullin
As the plane prepares to land at Knock, enjoy the view of these large, picturesque lakes in County Mayo.
The right side is ideal for morning flights as the sun remains behind you, illuminating the English Midlands and the Northern Irish coastline. It provides a great perspective of the UK's 'Northern Powerhouse' cities like Liverpool and Manchester from a distance.
Distance: 647 km (402 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 5 min
Departure: STN (51.8849983215, 0.234999999404)
Arrival: NOC (53.9103012084961, -8.818490028381348)
Route Type: International
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