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VLC → MAN
Which side of the plane to sit from Valencia Airport (Valencia) to Manchester Airport (Manchester)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior view of the dramatic Pyrenees crossing, the Bay of Biscay coastline, and the rugged mountains of Wales on the final approach.
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Western Pyrenees
Glimpse the jagged peaks and snow-capped summits of the western Pyrenees as you cross from Spain into France.
Bay of Biscay
Panoramic views of the Atlantic coastline, including the beaches of Biarritz and the mouth of the Gironde.
Brittany Coast
Spot the jagged islands and rocky inlets of the Armorica Massif along the northwestern tip of France.
Welsh Mountains
On the descent into Manchester, look out for the distant peaks of Snowdonia National Park.
Choose the left side for morning flights to keep the sun behind you. This side is particularly rewarding during the first 45 minutes for the Pyrenees and the final 20 minutes for the approach over the Irish Sea or North Wales.
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Central Pyrenees
A deeper view into the heart of the mountain range with high altitude lakes and sharp ridges.
Loire Valley
View the winding Loire River and its surrounding historic estates as you traverse central France.
Normandy Beaches
Observe the historic D-Day landing sites and the white cliffs of the French northern coast.
The Peak District
Stunning views of the rolling green hills and dales of Northern England just before touchdown.
The right side is ideal for afternoon travel, catching the late sun reflecting off the English Channel. It provides the best perspective of the English Midlands and the Peak District during the standard approach pattern for Manchester.
Book Hotels in ManchesterDistance: 1,548 km (962 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 4 min
Departure: VLC (39.4893, -0.481625)
Arrival: MAN (53.35369873046875, -2.2749500274658203)
Route Type: International
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