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ZRH → MAN
Which side of the plane to sit from Zürich Airport (Zurich) to Manchester Airport (Manchester)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides a diverse view ranging from the dense Black Forest in Germany to the scenic moorlands of the Peak District on the final approach into Manchester.
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Black Forest
The dark, dense canopy of Germany's famous mountain range visible to the north early in the flight.
Rhine River
The silver ribbon of the Rhine winding through the European landscape near the German-French border.
Benelux Lowlands
The flat, green landscape and dense urban clusters of the Low Countries visible to the north.
Peak District
Dramatic gritstone edges and rolling green dales on the final approach into Manchester.
Sit on the right for the best views of the Pennines as the plane descends into Manchester. This side avoids direct glare from the sun on afternoon flights heading northwest. Keep your camera ready about 20 minutes before landing for the Peak District national park scenery.
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Jura Mountains
Lush limestone ridges marking the border between Switzerland and France visible shortly after takeoff.
French Countryside
Mosaic-like patterns of the Grand Est region's agricultural fields and rural villages.
English Channel
The busy shipping lanes of the world's most traversed waterway as you cross into UK airspace.
Midlands Urban Centers
Distant views of Birmingham and the industrial landscape of central England.
Early morning flights offer soft lighting over the Jura mountains. If landing towards the west (Runway 23), you may see the Cheshire plains. In winter, look for snow-capped peaks in the Jura shortly after take-off. This side is also best for sunsets on late afternoon departures.
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Get eSIMs for United KingdomDistance: 1,007 km (626 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 21 min
Departure: ZRH (47.464699, 8.54917)
Arrival: MAN (53.35369873046875, -2.2749500274658203)
Route Type: International
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