Ibiza to London flight path: IBZ to LHR

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Flight time2h 15m
Distance875
Heading355° → 353°

Ibiza to London is 875 miles (1,408 km), a flight of about 2 hours 15 minutes.

Best side
LeftMostly left

While takeoff offers Ibiza's scenic coastline, the landing approach into Heathrow provides more dramatic and varied scenery: the Thames estuary, London's urban landscape, and the contrast between countryside and city. Left-side seats capture this better during descent.

Takeoff · IBZRIGHTIbiza's rocky northern coastline, Balearic Sea, Es Vedrà island
Landing · LHRLEFTThames estuary and river bends, Greater London's urban grid, Windsor area countryside

Flight Path

Flight path overview

Over the Bay of Biscay and English Channel, you'll cross open water with limited landmarks. The flight path typically passes over or near the Cotswolds and Thames Valley before reaching Heathrow. The Channel crossing itself offers views of the English coastline (Kent or Sussex) on approach to London, with the white cliffs of Dover potentially visible if the flight path takes you eastward.

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Phase by phase

Takeoff from IBZ

RIGHT

Right-side seats offer views of Ibiza's northern coastline and the Balearic Sea as you climb out. You'll see the island's distinctive rocky northern shores and the Mediterranean opening up northward toward the Catalan coast.

Ibiza's rocky northern coastlineBalearic SeaEs Vedrà islandMediterranean horizon
Aerial window seat view during landing at London (left side) — Thames estuary and river bends, Greater London's urban grid, Windsor area countryside, Heathrow's runway complex

Landing at LHR

LEFT

Left-side seats provide excellent views during the descent into Heathrow. You'll see the Thames estuary, London's urban sprawl, and the distinctive patchwork of Greater London's suburbs and green spaces as you approach from the southwest.

Thames estuary and river bendsGreater London's urban gridWindsor area countrysideHeathrow's runway complex

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About This Route

Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Ibiza (IBZ) to Heathrow (LHR)?

Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Ibiza to London. While takeoff offers Ibiza's scenic coastline, the landing approach into Heathrow provides more dramatic and varied scenery: the Thames estuary, London's urban landscape, and the contrast between countryside and city. Left-side seats capture this better during descent.

What can I see during takeoff from Ibiza in Ibiza?

During takeoff from Ibiza (IBZ), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right-side seats offer views of Ibiza's northern coastline and the Balearic Sea as you climb out. You'll see the island's distinctive rocky northern shores and the Mediterranean opening up northward toward the Catalan coast. Notable sights include: Ibiza's rocky northern coastline, Balearic Sea, Es Vedrà island (visible to the southwest as a distant peak), Mediterranean horizon.

What can I see when landing at Heathrow in London?

When landing at Heathrow (LHR), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left-side seats provide excellent views during the descent into Heathrow. You'll see the Thames estuary, London's urban sprawl, and the distinctive patchwork of Greater London's suburbs and green spaces as you approach from the southwest. Notable sights include: Thames estuary and river bends, Greater London's urban grid, Windsor area countryside, Heathrow's runway complex.

How long is the flight from Ibiza to London?

The flight from Ibiza (IBZ) to Heathrow (LHR) takes about 2 hours 15 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 875 miles (1,408 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.

What does the Ibiza to London flight path pass over?

Over the Bay of Biscay and English Channel, you'll cross open water with limited landmarks. The flight path typically passes over or near the Cotswolds and Thames Valley before reaching Heathrow. The Channel crossing itself offers views of the English coastline (Kent or Sussex) on approach to London, with the white cliffs of Dover potentially visible if the flight path takes you eastward.