London to Cork flight pathLGWORK

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Flight time1h 15m
Distance360
Heading281° → 274°
Best side
RightMostly right

While left offers good takeoff views of the English coast, right dominates the landing approach with Cork Harbour's distinctive geography and the Irish coastline. The landing experience outweighs the takeoff advantage.

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Flight Path

Flight path overview

London to Cork is 360 miles (580 km), a flight of about 1 hour 15 minutes.

English Channel crossing, Welsh coastline (Pembrokeshire), St George's Channel, Irish Sea approaches, Waterford and Dungarvan coastlines visible during descent into Cork

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Phase by phase

Aerial window seat view during takeoff from London (left side) — Thames estuary, English Channel coastline, South Downs ridge, Brighton and the Sussex coast

Takeoff from LGW

LEFT

Left side offers views of the Thames estuary and the Sussex coast as you climb out westward. The right side faces inland toward Surrey and Kent with fewer distinctive landmarks during initial climb.

Thames estuaryEnglish Channel coastlineSouth Downs ridgeBrighton and the Sussex coast
LGW GatwickHub for easyJet, British Airways, Norwegian Air Shuttle

Landing at ORK

RIGHT

Right side provides views of Cork Harbour and the surrounding Irish coastline during descent. The left side faces inland toward the Boggeragh Mountains with less distinctive visual interest during approach.

Cork HarbourInchydoney BeachKinsale coastlineBoggeragh Mountains
ORK CorkHub for Ryanair, Aer Lingus

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About This Route

Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Gatwick (LGW) to Cork (ORK)?

Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from London to Cork. While left offers good takeoff views of the English coast, right dominates the landing approach with Cork Harbour's distinctive geography and the Irish coastline. The landing experience outweighs the takeoff advantage.

What can I see during takeoff from Gatwick in London?

During takeoff from Gatwick (LGW), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left side offers views of the Thames estuary and the Sussex coast as you climb out westward. The right side faces inland toward Surrey and Kent with fewer distinctive landmarks during initial climb. Notable sights include: Thames estuary, English Channel coastline, South Downs ridge, Brighton and the Sussex coast.

What can I see when landing at Cork in Cork?

When landing at Cork (ORK), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right side provides views of Cork Harbour and the surrounding Irish coastline during descent. The left side faces inland toward the Boggeragh Mountains with less distinctive visual interest during approach. Notable sights include: Cork Harbour, Inchydoney Beach, Kinsale coastline, Boggeragh Mountains.

How long is the flight from London to Cork?

The flight from Gatwick (LGW) to Cork (ORK) takes about 1 hour 15 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 360 miles (580 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.

What does the London to Cork flight path pass over?

English Channel crossing, Welsh coastline (Pembrokeshire), St George's Channel, Irish Sea approaches, Waterford and Dungarvan coastlines visible during descent into Cork