The right side offers a more varied and dramatic visual sequence: English countryside and Channel coast at departure, glimpses of the Pyrenees and Mediterranean coastline during cruise, and a striking mountain-and-bay approach into Palma. The left side spends more time over open water and flatter terrain.
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Flight Path
London to Palma De Mallorca is 814 miles (1,309 km), a flight of about 2 hours 20 minutes.
Southern France's Mediterranean coastline near the Gulf of Lion, the western Alps and Pyrenees foothills faintly visible inland, and the open waters of the Mediterranean Sea leading toward the Balearic Islands
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from LGW
RIGHTDeparting Gatwick to the west then turning south, the right side gives passengers a view over the Sussex and Kent countryside and a glimpse of the English Channel coastline before the aircraft turns onto its southeasterly track toward France. The left side mostly shows the flat suburban sprawl south of London.
Landing at PMI
RIGHTOn approach into Palma, flights arriving from the northeast typically curve along Mallorca's coastline before lining up for the southwest-facing runways, giving right-side passengers a dramatic view of the Serra de Tramuntana mountains and the turquoise waters of Palma Bay. The left side mostly overlooks open sea until very late in the descent.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Gatwick (LGW) to Palma De Mallorca (PMI)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from London to Palma De Mallorca. The right side offers a more varied and dramatic visual sequence: English countryside and Channel coast at departure, glimpses of the Pyrenees and Mediterranean coastline during cruise, and a striking mountain-and-bay approach into Palma. The left side spends more time over open water and flatter terrain.
What can I see during takeoff from Gatwick in London?
During takeoff from Gatwick (LGW), sit on the Right side for the best views. Departing Gatwick to the west then turning south, the right side gives passengers a view over the Sussex and Kent countryside and a glimpse of the English Channel coastline before the aircraft turns onto its southeasterly track toward France. The left side mostly shows the flat suburban sprawl south of London. Notable sights include: South Downs ridgeline, English Channel coast near Brighton, patchwork farmland of Sussex.
What can I see when landing at Palma De Mallorca in Palma De Mallorca?
When landing at Palma De Mallorca (PMI), sit on the Right side for the best views. On approach into Palma, flights arriving from the northeast typically curve along Mallorca's coastline before lining up for the southwest-facing runways, giving right-side passengers a dramatic view of the Serra de Tramuntana mountains and the turquoise waters of Palma Bay. The left side mostly overlooks open sea until very late in the descent. Notable sights include: Serra de Tramuntana mountains, Palma Bay coastline, Palma Cathedral and old town, Mallorca's rugged northern coast.
How long is the flight from London to Palma De Mallorca?
The flight from Gatwick (LGW) to Palma De Mallorca (PMI) takes about 2 hours 20 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 814 miles (1,309 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the London to Palma De Mallorca flight path pass over?
Southern France's Mediterranean coastline near the Gulf of Lion, the western Alps and Pyrenees foothills faintly visible inland, and the open waters of the Mediterranean Sea leading toward the Balearic Islands