The Belfast Lough and Cave Hill approach is the single most dramatic and recognizable scenic sequence on this short route, edging out the right side's more distant, hazier views of the Lake District and Isle of Man during cruise.
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Flight Path
Liverpool to Belfast is 164 miles (265 km), a flight of about 50 minutes.
Irish Sea crossing with the Isle of Man's Snaefell peak occasionally visible near the flight path, otherwise open water between the English and Northern Irish coasts
Great circle distance and headings ›Phase by phase
Takeoff from LPL
RIGHTClimbing out on runway 27, the aircraft tracks west over the Mersey Estuary before banking onto its northwesterly heading, putting Liverpool's waterfront and the Sefton coastline on the right side of the cabin. This is the most defined urban/coastal moment of the whole short flight.
Landing at BFS
LEFTOn approach to runway 25 the aircraft curves in from the north Irish Sea and lines up toward the southwest, putting Belfast Lough, Cave Hill, and the Belfast city skyline on the left side just before touchdown. It's the flight's clearest and most recognizable landmark cluster.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Liverpool (LPL) to Aldergrove (BFS)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Liverpool to Belfast. The Belfast Lough and Cave Hill approach is the single most dramatic and recognizable scenic sequence on this short route, edging out the right side's more distant, hazier views of the Lake District and Isle of Man during cruise.
What can I see during takeoff from Liverpool in Liverpool?
During takeoff from Liverpool (LPL), sit on the Right side for the best views. Climbing out on runway 27, the aircraft tracks west over the Mersey Estuary before banking onto its northwesterly heading, putting Liverpool's waterfront and the Sefton coastline on the right side of the cabin. This is the most defined urban/coastal moment of the whole short flight. Notable sights include: Liverpool waterfront (Royal Liver Building/Pier Head), Mersey Estuary, Sefton coast, Wirral Peninsula in the distance.
What can I see when landing at Aldergrove in Belfast?
When landing at Aldergrove (BFS), sit on the Left side for the best views. On approach to runway 25 the aircraft curves in from the north Irish Sea and lines up toward the southwest, putting Belfast Lough, Cave Hill, and the Belfast city skyline on the left side just before touchdown. It's the flight's clearest and most recognizable landmark cluster. Notable sights include: Belfast Lough, Cave Hill, Belfast city skyline, Divis Mountain.
How long is the flight from Liverpool to Belfast?
The flight from Liverpool (LPL) to Aldergrove (BFS) takes about 50 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 164 miles (265 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Liverpool to Belfast flight path pass over?
Irish Sea crossing with the Isle of Man's Snaefell peak occasionally visible near the flight path, otherwise open water between the English and Northern Irish coasts