The right side combines a mid-flight look at the Peak District and Pennine hills with a dramatic final approach over the Firth of Forth and Edinburgh's skyline, edging out the left side's more limited Severn Estuary departure view.
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Flight Path
Bristol to Edinburgh is 317 miles (510 km), a flight of about 1 hour 15 minutes.
Peak District hills, Pennine uplands, Yorkshire Dales, Scottish Borders countryside
Great circle distance and headings ›Phase by phase
Takeoff from BRS
LEFTBristol's runway 27 departure heads west over the Bristol Channel before the turn north, giving left-side passengers a clear view of the Severn Estuary, the Avonmouth docks, and the Welsh coastline near Newport and Cardiff.
Landing at EDI
RIGHTOn the approach into Edinburgh, the aircraft typically tracks over or near the Firth of Forth before turning onto final for runway 24, giving right-side passengers a strong view of the Forth bridges, the city skyline, and Arthur's Seat.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Bristol (BRS) to Edinburgh (EDI)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Bristol to Edinburgh. The right side combines a mid-flight look at the Peak District and Pennine hills with a dramatic final approach over the Firth of Forth and Edinburgh's skyline, edging out the left side's more limited Severn Estuary departure view.
What can I see during takeoff from Bristol in Bristol?
During takeoff from Bristol (BRS), sit on the Left side for the best views. Bristol's runway 27 departure heads west over the Bristol Channel before the turn north, giving left-side passengers a clear view of the Severn Estuary, the Avonmouth docks, and the Welsh coastline near Newport and Cardiff. Notable sights include: Severn Estuary, Avonmouth docks, Welsh coast near Newport, Mendip Hills.
What can I see when landing at Edinburgh in Edinburgh?
When landing at Edinburgh (EDI), sit on the Right side for the best views. On the approach into Edinburgh, the aircraft typically tracks over or near the Firth of Forth before turning onto final for runway 24, giving right-side passengers a strong view of the Forth bridges, the city skyline, and Arthur's Seat. Notable sights include: Firth of Forth, Forth Bridge and Forth Road Bridge, Arthur's Seat, Edinburgh city skyline.
How long is the flight from Bristol to Edinburgh?
The flight from Bristol (BRS) to Edinburgh (EDI) takes about 1 hour 15 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 317 miles (510 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Bristol to Edinburgh flight path pass over?
Peak District hills, Pennine uplands, Yorkshire Dales, Scottish Borders countryside