BRS

Best window seat at Bristol

Which side of the plane?

Pick the window seat with the view. 13,500 routes answered — landmarks, coastlines and cities, wing by wing.

Taking offRIGHT

Bristol city center and Clifton Suspension Bridge, Avon Gorge, Severn Estuary

LandingRIGHT

Clifton Suspension Bridge, Avon Gorge, Bristol city centre and harbour

🛫 Taking Off from Bristol (BRS)

Best sideRight
WhyOn the westbound climb-out from runway 27, the right side gives you views over Bristol city center, the Avon Gorge, and the Severn Estuary with its two suspension bridges linking England to Wales. It's a more distinctive skyline and coastline view than the rural Mendip Hills on the left.
Look forBristol city center and Clifton Suspension Bridge, Avon Gorge, Severn Estuary, Second Severn Crossing and M48 Severn Bridge

🛬 Landing at Bristol (BRS)

Best sideRight
WhyLanding on runway 27 means approaching from the east and flying west, passing just south of Bristol city. Sit on the right (north) side to catch views of the Avon Gorge, Clifton Suspension Bridge, and Bristol's harbour before the final turn onto the runway.
Look forClifton Suspension Bridge, Avon Gorge, Bristol city centre and harbour, Severn Estuary in the distance

Bristol Airport is a mid-sized regional airport located about 8 miles southwest of the city center, with a single passenger terminal handling both leisure charter and low-cost scheduled traffic.

⛰️ Elevation623 ft
🛫 Runways1 (09/27)
✈️ HubeasyJet, TUI Airways
📍 NearbyCWL 27 miEXT 54 miBOH 57 miSOU 66 miBHX 85 mi

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About This Airport

Which side of the plane has the best views at Bristol (BRS)?

At Bristol in Bristol: for takeoff, sit on the Right side; for landing, sit on the Right side. Notable views include: Bristol city center and Clifton Suspension Bridge, Avon Gorge, Severn Estuary, Second Severn Crossing and M48 Severn Bridge.

What can I see during takeoff from Bristol in Bristol?

When taking off from Bristol (BRS), sit on the Right side for the best views. On the westbound climb-out from runway 27, the right side gives you views over Bristol city center, the Avon Gorge, and the Severn Estuary with its two suspension bridges linking England to Wales. It's a more distinctive skyline and coastline view than the rural Mendip Hills on the left. Notable sights include: Bristol city center and Clifton Suspension Bridge, Avon Gorge, Severn Estuary, Second Severn Crossing and M48 Severn Bridge.

What can I see when landing at Bristol in Bristol?

When landing at Bristol (BRS), sit on the Right side for the best views. Landing on runway 27 means approaching from the east and flying west, passing just south of Bristol city. Sit on the right (north) side to catch views of the Avon Gorge, Clifton Suspension Bridge, and Bristol's harbour before the final turn onto the runway. Notable sights include: Clifton Suspension Bridge, Avon Gorge, Bristol city centre and harbour, Severn Estuary in the distance.

What factors affect the best window seat at Bristol?

The best window seat at Bristol (BRS) depends on several factors: the typical runway used for your departure or arrival, the geographic features around Bristol (mountains, coastlines, city skylines), weather conditions, and time of day. Morning and evening flights often offer the best lighting for scenic views.