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SYY → ABZ
Which side of the plane to sit from Stornoway Airport (Stornoway) to Aberdeen Dyce Airport (Aberdeen)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a spectacular traverse over the heart of the Scottish Highlands, featuring the dramatic peaks of the Cairngorms and the lush valleys of Royal Deeside as you approach the east coast.
Lewis Interior
The unique 'cnoc-and-lochan' landscape of the Isle of Lewis, characterized by thousands of small peatland lochs.
Torridon Mountains
Some of the oldest and most dramatic rock formations in the UK, visible as you cross into the mainland Highlands.
The Great Glen
Distances views of the massive geological fault line that contains Loch Ness, visible to the south during the mid-flight phase.
Cairngorm Plateau
Aerial views of the UK's highest mountain range, featuring expansive arctic-alpine plateaus and deep glacial corries.
Royal Deeside
The heavily forested valley of the River Dee, including the estates surrounding Balmoral Castle.
Aberdeen Skyline
A full view of the 'Granite City' and its industrial harbor during the descent into Dyce Airport.
For the most dramatic mountain scenery, choose the right side. You will fly almost directly over the Cairngorm National Park. In winter, the snow cover on these peaks is world-class. Afternoon flights provide excellent lighting as the sun illuminates the western faces of the peaks.
Broad Bay
Immediate views of the Eye Peninsula and the sandy stretches of Tolsta beach shortly after takeoff from Stornoway.
The Minch
The deep sea channel between the Outer Hebrides and the mainland, often dotted with ferry traffic and fishing vessels.
Wester Ross Coastline
The rugged northern coastline of the mainland, including views toward the Summer Isles and the Ullapool area.
Ben Wyvis
A massive, isolated Munro that dominates the landscape north of Inverness and the Moray Firth.
Moray Coastline
The golden sands of the Moray coast, including the expansive beaches of Nairn and the Findhorn bay.
The left side is best for coastal geography and spotting the massive oil rigs frequently docked for maintenance in the Cromarty Firth. Morning flights are ideal to avoid the glare of the southern sun while viewing the northern Highlands.
Distance: 270 km (168 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 27 min
Departure: SYY (58.215599060058594, -6.3311100006103525)
Arrival: ABZ (57.20190048217773, -2.1977798938751216)
Route Type: Domestic
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