The right side wins on both ends of the flight: a coastal departure over the Adriatic near Bari, and an approach into Gatwick that reveals the North Downs and a distant London skyline. The left side is dominated by flat inland Puglia at takeoff and the less distinctive South Downs at landing.
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Flight Path
Bari to London is 1,062 miles (1,708 km), a flight of about 3 hours 10 minutes.
The route crosses the Apennines in central Italy, then the western Alps near the Swiss-French border (Mont Blanc and Matterhorn region visible to the left/southwest), before continuing over eastern France and crossing the English Channel near the Kent coast.
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from BRI
RIGHTDeparting Bari on runway 25 (or reciprocal), the aircraft turns north toward the Alps route, swinging the Adriatic coastline and Bari's old town harbor into view on the right. The left side shows only the flat, undifferentiated farmland of the Murge plateau inland.
Landing at LGW
RIGHTOn the typical westerly approach into Gatwick (runway 26), the aircraft descends from the southeast, putting the North Downs, the Kentish Weald, and glimpses of London's skyline to the north on the right side. The left side only shows the South Downs and Channel coast, which is scenic but less distinctive than a London view.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Palese Macchie (BRI) to Gatwick (LGW)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Bari to London. The right side wins on both ends of the flight: a coastal departure over the Adriatic near Bari, and an approach into Gatwick that reveals the North Downs and a distant London skyline. The left side is dominated by flat inland Puglia at takeoff and the less distinctive South Downs at landing.
What can I see during takeoff from Palese Macchie in Bari?
During takeoff from Palese Macchie (BRI), sit on the Right side for the best views. Departing Bari on runway 25 (or reciprocal), the aircraft turns north toward the Alps route, swinging the Adriatic coastline and Bari's old town harbor into view on the right. The left side shows only the flat, undifferentiated farmland of the Murge plateau inland. Notable sights include: Bari old town and harbor, Adriatic Sea coastline, Trani and Bisceglie coastal towns.
What can I see when landing at Gatwick in London?
When landing at Gatwick (LGW), sit on the Right side for the best views. On the typical westerly approach into Gatwick (runway 26), the aircraft descends from the southeast, putting the North Downs, the Kentish Weald, and glimpses of London's skyline to the north on the right side. The left side only shows the South Downs and Channel coast, which is scenic but less distinctive than a London view. Notable sights include: North Downs ridgeline, Kent/Surrey farmland patchwork, distant London skyline (Shard, City towers), River Thames glint.
How long is the flight from Bari to London?
The flight from Palese Macchie (BRI) to Gatwick (LGW) takes about 3 hours 10 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 1,062 miles (1,708 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Bari to London flight path pass over?
The route crosses the Apennines in central Italy, then the western Alps near the Swiss-French border (Mont Blanc and Matterhorn region visible to the left/southwest), before continuing over eastern France and crossing the English Channel near the Kent coast.