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Our Recommendation
8.5

Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers a superior perspective of the English south coast, including the Isle of Wight, and provides a front-row seat to the rolling hills of the Cotswolds and the Peak District during the descent into Manchester.

Right Side Highlights
8.5
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Loire Valley

View the winding Loire River and the dense forests of central France shortly after takeoff.

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Isle of Wight

A perfect aerial view of the Solent and the iconic diamond-shaped island off the coast of England.

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The Cotswolds

An expanse of designated 'Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty' featuring golden stone villages and patchwork fields.

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Birmingham Skyline

The urban sprawl of the West Midlands is clearly visible during the mid-flight cruise.

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The Peak District

As the plane descends into Manchester, enjoy views of the dark peaks and moorlands to the east.

For morning flights, the right side avoids direct glare, providing better lighting for photography. Request a seat ahead of the wing (rows 1-10) to ensure an unobstructed view of the Isle of Wight and the Peak District during the descent.

Left Side Highlights
7.2
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Bay of Biscay

Distant views of the Atlantic horizon as the flight tracks north along the western edge of France.

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Brittany Coastline

The rugged western edges of Normandy and Brittany are visible before the Channel crossing.

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The Jurassic Coast

Dramatic views of the Dorset coastline, featuring white limestone cliffs and natural arches like Durdle Door.

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Severn Estuary

The massive waterway separating South West England from the mountains of Wales.

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Liverpool Bay

On final approach, catch glimpses of the Mersey Estuary and the cranes of the Liverpool docks.

Sit on the left for sunset views on evening flights as the sun dips over the Irish Sea. This side is also better for spotting the Welsh mountains in the distance if the weather is exceptionally clear.

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Route Information

Distance: 1,114 km (692 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 29 min

Departure: TLS (43.629101, 1.36382)

Arrival: MAN (53.35369873046875, -2.2749500274658203)

Route Type: International

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