About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Malaga (AGP) to East Midlands (EMA)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Malaga to East Midlands. While the landing favors the left, the takeoff from Málaga on the right side offers more dramatic and visually distinctive scenery—the Sierra de Mijas and Mediterranean coastline are far more striking than the Midlands approach. Right-side passengers get the better overall experience.
What can I see during takeoff from Malaga in Malaga?
During takeoff from Malaga (AGP), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right-side seats offer views of the Sierra de Mijas and Mediterranean coastline as the aircraft climbs out on a northwesterly heading. The left side faces inland terrain with less dramatic relief. Notable sights include: Sierra de Mijas (coastal mountain range), Mediterranean Sea, Málaga city and harbor, Punta de Torrox headland.
What can I see when landing at East Midlands in East Midlands?
When landing at East Midlands (EMA), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left-side seats provide views of the Midlands landscape, including the Charnwood Forest hills and the approach over Leicester and Nottinghamshire. The descent path from the east offers better views of the rolling terrain and urban sprawl before touchdown. Notable sights include: Charnwood Forest (granite hills), River Trent valley, Leicester city, East Midlands Airport runway approach.
How long is the flight from Malaga to East Midlands?
The flight from Malaga (AGP) to East Midlands (EMA) takes Approximately 3 hours 15 minutes.
What does the Malaga to East Midlands flight path pass over?
The flight path crosses the Bay of Biscay and enters UK airspace over the Bristol Channel and Severn Estuary. Notable features include the Pyrenees visible from the southern Spanish coast during initial climb, the Atlantic coastline of Portugal and western France at mid-flight, and the Welsh hills and Cotswolds as the aircraft approaches UK airspace. The Severn Estuary and Forest of Dean are visible during the descent phase into the East Midlands.