Right-side seats capture the most dramatic scenery: the Sierra de Mijas and Mediterranean coast during departure, then the Pyrenees and French Alps during the flight's midpoint, before the Thames estuary becomes visible on approach. Left-side seats offer excellent London views but miss the continental mountain scenery.
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Flight Path
Malaga to London is 1,049 miles (1,688 km), a flight of about 2 hours 15 minutes.
The flight path crosses the Pyrenees (visible as a significant mountain range on the right side during cruise), then passes over the Massif Central in southern France, and continues northward over the Loire Valley and Normandy before descending toward London. The Bay of Biscay lies to the west (left side) throughout the flight's western portion.
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from AGP
RIGHTRight-side seats offer views of the Sierra de Mijas and Mediterranean coastline immediately after departure. The aircraft climbs northwestward from AGP, positioning right-side passengers to see the coastal mountains and the Málaga bay receding below.
Landing at LCY
LEFTLeft-side seats provide views of the Thames estuary, London's eastern approach, and the city's financial district during descent into City Airport. The aircraft descends from the northeast, making left-side seats ideal for seeing the river's meanders and central London landmarks.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Malaga (AGP) to City (LCY)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Malaga to London. Right-side seats capture the most dramatic scenery: the Sierra de Mijas and Mediterranean coast during departure, then the Pyrenees and French Alps during the flight's midpoint, before the Thames estuary becomes visible on approach. Left-side seats offer excellent London views but miss the continental mountain scenery.
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 immediately after departure. The aircraft climbs northwestward from AGP, positioning right-side passengers to see the coastal mountains and the Málaga bay receding below. Notable sights include: Sierra de Mijas (coastal mountain range), Málaga Bay and Mediterranean Sea, Torremolinos coastal development, Alhaurín valley to the north.
What can I see when landing at City in London?
When landing at City (LCY), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left-side seats provide views of the Thames estuary, London's eastern approach, and the city's financial district during descent into City Airport. The aircraft descends from the northeast, making left-side seats ideal for seeing the river's meanders and central London landmarks. Notable sights include: River Thames and its meanders, Canary Wharf and financial district, Tower Bridge area, Greenwich Peninsula.
How long is the flight from Malaga to London?
The flight from Malaga (AGP) to City (LCY) takes about 2 hours 15 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 1,049 miles (1,688 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Malaga to London flight path pass over?
The flight path crosses the Pyrenees (visible as a significant mountain range on the right side during cruise), then passes over the Massif Central in southern France, and continues northward over the Loire Valley and Normandy before descending toward London. The Bay of Biscay lies to the west (left side) throughout the flight's western portion.