The right side benefits from the coastal glimpse at Bristol departure, the Alps and Adriatic scenery likely visible during the southeastward cruise toward the Mediterranean, and the Troodos Mountains during the Paphos approach, giving it far more terrain variety than the largely flat or ocean-facing left side.
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Flight Path
Bristol to Paphos is 2,087 miles (3,359 km), a flight of about 4 hours 35 minutes.
Western Alps near the France-Switzerland-Italy border, the Adriatic Sea, and the Ionian islands or Peloponnese coastline as the route crosses toward the eastern Mediterranean
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from BRS
RIGHTDeparting Bristol on runway 27, the initial climb and left turn toward the southeast puts the Severn Estuary and the Welsh coastline on the right side of the aircraft, giving a brief but distinct water and coastline view before the flat Somerset countryside takes over on the left.
Landing at PFO
RIGHTOn the westerly approach into Paphos (runway 29), the aircraft descends from the east over the Cypriot interior, giving passengers on the right side a good look at the rugged, pine-covered Troodos foothills before the turn toward the coast, while the left side mostly faces open sea until the final moments.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Bristol (BRS) to Paphos International (PFO)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Bristol to Paphos. The right side benefits from the coastal glimpse at Bristol departure, the Alps and Adriatic scenery likely visible during the southeastward cruise toward the Mediterranean, and the Troodos Mountains during the Paphos approach, giving it far more terrain variety than the largely flat or ocean-facing left side.
What can I see during takeoff from Bristol in Bristol?
During takeoff from Bristol (BRS), sit on the Right side for the best views. Departing Bristol on runway 27, the initial climb and left turn toward the southeast puts the Severn Estuary and the Welsh coastline on the right side of the aircraft, giving a brief but distinct water and coastline view before the flat Somerset countryside takes over on the left. Notable sights include: Severn Estuary, Welsh coastline near Cardiff, Bristol Channel.
What can I see when landing at Paphos International in Paphos?
When landing at Paphos International (PFO), sit on the Right side for the best views. On the westerly approach into Paphos (runway 29), the aircraft descends from the east over the Cypriot interior, giving passengers on the right side a good look at the rugged, pine-covered Troodos foothills before the turn toward the coast, while the left side mostly faces open sea until the final moments. Notable sights include: Troodos Mountains foothills, Cypriot interior villages, Paphos coastline on final turn.
How long is the flight from Bristol to Paphos?
The flight from Bristol (BRS) to Paphos International (PFO) takes about 4 hours 35 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 2,087 miles (3,359 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Bristol to Paphos flight path pass over?
Western Alps near the France-Switzerland-Italy border, the Adriatic Sea, and the Ionian islands or Peloponnese coastline as the route crosses toward the eastern Mediterranean