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Best window seat at Exeter

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Taking offLEFT

Exe Estuary, Exmouth and Dawlish Warren coastline, Haldon Hills

LandingLEFT

Exe Estuary, Exmouth coastline, Haldon Hills

🛫 Taking Off from Exeter (EXT)

Best sideLeft
WhyDeparting on runway 26, the aircraft climbs out heading west-southwest, putting the Exe Estuary and the Exmouth coastline just off the left side of the plane. Passengers get a good look at the estuary mouth, Dawlish Warren, and the English Channel before the plane turns further inland or out to sea.
Look forExe Estuary, Exmouth and Dawlish Warren coastline, Haldon Hills, distant edge of Dartmoor

🛬 Landing at Exeter (EXT)

Best sideLeft
WhyOn the typical runway 26 approach, the aircraft comes in from the east on a west-southwest heading, and the left side offers views over the Exe Estuary and the coast toward Exmouth, with the Haldon Hills rising beyond. The right side mostly shows agricultural land north of Exeter with fewer distinct features.
Look forExe Estuary, Exmouth coastline, Haldon Hills, distant Dartmoor ridgeline

Exeter Airport is a small regional airport with a single terminal, handling a modest number of scheduled and charter flights along with general aviation and flight training traffic.

⛰️ Elevation102 ft
🛫 Runways1 (08/26)
📍 NearbyCWL 46 miBRS 54 miBOH 69 miNQY 72 miACI 89 mi

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About This Airport

Which side of the plane has the best views at Exeter (EXT)?

At Exeter in Exeter: for takeoff, sit on the Left side; for landing, sit on the Left side. Notable views include: Exe Estuary, Exmouth and Dawlish Warren coastline, Haldon Hills, distant edge of Dartmoor.

What can I see during takeoff from Exeter in Exeter?

When taking off from Exeter (EXT), sit on the Left side for the best views. Departing on runway 26, the aircraft climbs out heading west-southwest, putting the Exe Estuary and the Exmouth coastline just off the left side of the plane. Passengers get a good look at the estuary mouth, Dawlish Warren, and the English Channel before the plane turns further inland or out to sea. Notable sights include: Exe Estuary, Exmouth and Dawlish Warren coastline, Haldon Hills, distant edge of Dartmoor.

What can I see when landing at Exeter in Exeter?

When landing at Exeter (EXT), sit on the Left side for the best views. On the typical runway 26 approach, the aircraft comes in from the east on a west-southwest heading, and the left side offers views over the Exe Estuary and the coast toward Exmouth, with the Haldon Hills rising beyond. The right side mostly shows agricultural land north of Exeter with fewer distinct features. Notable sights include: Exe Estuary, Exmouth coastline, Haldon Hills, distant Dartmoor ridgeline.

What factors affect the best window seat at Exeter?

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