Left side offers superior scenery for the majority of the flight. Takeoff provides the dramatic Norwegian fjord landscape, and while the midpoint crossing over the North Sea is less visually distinctive, the left side captures more of the coastal geography on both ends of the journey.
Flight Path
The flight crosses the North Sea at cruising altitude (typically 25,000-30,000 feet), where water and sky dominate with limited visual interest. The route passes roughly over the Dogger Bank area and approaches the English coast near the Humber estuary or Norfolk coast. On clear days, the Scottish coastline may be visible to the north during the crossing, and the English coast becomes visible during descent. The Pennines and Peak District are potential features visible during the final descent phase if the approach path carries the aircraft over central England.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Bergen Flesland (BGO) to Birmingham (BHX)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Bergen to Birmingham. Left side offers superior scenery for the majority of the flight. Takeoff provides the dramatic Norwegian fjord landscape, and while the midpoint crossing over the North Sea is less visually distinctive, the left side captures more of the coastal geography on both ends of the journey.
What can I see during takeoff from Bergen Flesland in Bergen?
During takeoff from Bergen Flesland (BGO), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left side captures the dramatic fjord landscape immediately west and north of Bergen. You'll see the deep water channels cutting between steep mountainsides that define the Norwegian coast. Notable sights include: Byfjorden (the fjord directly west of Bergen airport), Fløyen mountain (visible as a distinctive peak on Bergen's eastern edge), the Hardangerfjord system extending northwest, and the steep coastal ridgelines of western Norway.
What can I see when landing at Birmingham in Birmingham?
When landing at Birmingham (BHX), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right side during descent into Birmingham provides views of the English Midlands landscape—rolling agricultural terrain, the Lickey Hills, and the urban sprawl of Birmingham itself. The approach path typically brings aircraft over the eastern countryside before turning west toward the airport. Notable sights include: The Lickey Hills (distinctive elevated ridge south of Birmingham), the Malvern Hills visible on the distant western horizon, the urban conurbation of Birmingham and the Black Country, and the patchwork of Midlands farmland and green belt areas.
How long is the flight from Bergen to Birmingham?
The flight from Bergen Flesland (BGO) to Birmingham (BHX) takes Approximately 2 hours 15 minutes.
What does the Bergen to Birmingham flight path pass over?
The flight crosses the North Sea at cruising altitude (typically 25,000-30,000 feet), where water and sky dominate with limited visual interest. The route passes roughly over the Dogger Bank area and approaches the English coast near the Humber estuary or Norfolk coast. On clear days, the Scottish coastline may be visible to the north during the crossing, and the English coast becomes visible during descent. The Pennines and Peak District are potential features visible during the final descent phase if the approach path carries the aircraft over central England.