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YYC â MAN
Which side of the plane to sit from Calgary International Airport (Calgary) to Manchester Airport (Manchester)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side is the preferred choice for this trans-Atlantic route as it faces north, providing the highest probability of witnessing the Aurora Borealis and offering spectacular views of the Greenland ice cap on northerly flight tracks.
Aurora Borealis
During the dark hours of this eastbound flight, the north-facing windows offer the best opportunity to see the Northern Lights.
Greenland Ice Cap
On typical Great Circle tracks, you may witness the vast, jagged glaciers and deep fjords of southern Greenland.
Hudson Bay
Views of the remote and rugged coastline of northern Canada as you transition from the prairies to the subarctic.
Scottish Highlands
As the plane begins its descent into the UK, catch glimpses of the wild terrain and lochs of northern Scotland.
For the best experience, choose a seat well away from the wing to ensure an unobstructed view of the ground and sky. If flying in winter, keep your window shade open during the middle of the flight for aurora spotting; in summer, expect nearly constant twilight or daylight that highlights the Arctic ice.
Canadian Prairies
Shortly after takeoff, enjoy the sprawling geometric patterns of the agricultural lands in Alberta and Saskatchewan.
St. Lawrence Seaway
Distances views of the maritime provinces and the mouth of the St. Lawrence as you head toward the Atlantic.
North Wales Coast
During the final approach into Manchester, you can often see the coastline of North Wales and the peaks of Snowdonia.
Liverpool Skyline
On the final descent, the right side often provides clear views of the Mersey Estuary and the cityscape of Liverpool.
The right side is ideal for catching the sunrise as you approach Europe in the morning. It also provides a better perspective of the English landscape and industrial heritage of the Northwest during the final landing sequence into Manchester Airport.
Distance: 6,776 km (4,210 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 7 hrs 58 min
Departure: YYC (51.113899231000005, -114.019996643)
Arrival: MAN (53.35369873046875, -2.2749500274658203)
Route Type: International
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