While the right side wins the Malaga departure with its city-and-mountain combo, the left side delivers a stronger overall package: Mediterranean coastline at takeoff, a chance at the Sierra de Gredos and Cantabrian Mountains during cruise, and a dramatic Cork Harbour arrival that's hard to beat.
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Flight Path
Malaga to Cork is 1,066 miles (1,715 km), a flight of about 2 hours 55 minutes.
The near-due-north track crosses the plains of La Mancha south of Madrid, passes near the Sierra de Gredos and the Cantabrian Mountains/Picos de Europa in northern Spain, then heads out over the Bay of Biscay and Celtic Sea before reaching Ireland's southern coast.
Great circle distance and headings ›Phase by phase
Takeoff from AGP
RIGHTDeparting Malaga on the westerly-wind departure, the aircraft climbs out over the coast and banks north, putting the city of Malaga, its historic port, and the Sierra de Mijas foothills on the right side of the cabin. The left side mainly sees open Mediterranean water with the coastline receding behind.
Landing at ORK
LEFTCork's runway 16 approach typically has arriving aircraft loop around past the city before turning onto final, putting Cork Harbour, the River Lee estuary, and the town of Cobh on the left side of the cabin. It's one of the largest natural harbours in the world and gives a striking green-and-blue finale to the flight.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Malaga (AGP) to Cork (ORK)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Malaga to Cork. While the right side wins the Malaga departure with its city-and-mountain combo, the left side delivers a stronger overall package: Mediterranean coastline at takeoff, a chance at the Sierra de Gredos and Cantabrian Mountains during cruise, and a dramatic Cork Harbour arrival that's hard to beat.
What can I see during takeoff from Malaga in Malaga?
During takeoff from Malaga (AGP), sit on the Right side for the best views. Departing Malaga on the westerly-wind departure, the aircraft climbs out over the coast and banks north, putting the city of Malaga, its historic port, and the Sierra de Mijas foothills on the right side of the cabin. The left side mainly sees open Mediterranean water with the coastline receding behind. Notable sights include: Malaga city center and cathedral, Port of Malaga/harbor, La Malagueta bullring area, Sierra de Mijas foothills.
What can I see when landing at Cork in Cork?
When landing at Cork (ORK), sit on the Left side for the best views. Cork's runway 16 approach typically has arriving aircraft loop around past the city before turning onto final, putting Cork Harbour, the River Lee estuary, and the town of Cobh on the left side of the cabin. It's one of the largest natural harbours in the world and gives a striking green-and-blue finale to the flight. Notable sights include: Cork Harbour, Cobh waterfront and cathedral spire, River Lee estuary, Great Island.
How long is the flight from Malaga to Cork?
The flight from Malaga (AGP) to Cork (ORK) takes about 2 hours 55 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 1,066 miles (1,715 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Malaga to Cork flight path pass over?
The near-due-north track crosses the plains of La Mancha south of Madrid, passes near the Sierra de Gredos and the Cantabrian Mountains/Picos de Europa in northern Spain, then heads out over the Bay of Biscay and Celtic Sea before reaching Ireland's southern coast.