The left side wins on both ends of the flight — a scenic coastal departure over Menorca's harbor and cliffs, followed by a landing sequence that offers glimpses of the English countryside, whereas the right side spends both phases facing largely featureless open water or flat farmland.
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Flight Path
Menorca to London is 852 miles (1,371 km), a flight of about 2 hours 35 minutes.
The route crosses the western Mediterranean past Barcelona's coastline, then continues over the plains of southern and central France before crossing the English Channel near the Kent-Sussex coast into southern England.
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from MAH
LEFTDeparting Menorca on runway 01 (common with the Tramontana wind), the aircraft climbs north then banks west toward the Spanish mainland, putting Menorca's rugged coastline, the harbor town of Mahón, and the turquoise coves of the south shore on the left side. The right side only shows open Mediterranean water during this turn.
Landing at STN
LEFTOn approach into Stansted from the north or northeast, the final turn to runway 22 swings the aircraft south of the airport, giving left-side passengers a brief distant view of the Cambridge countryside and the patchwork farmland of Essex/Hertfordshire, while the right side mostly faces open sky and flat fields with no distinguishing features.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Menorca (MAH) to Stansted (STN)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Menorca to London. The left side wins on both ends of the flight — a scenic coastal departure over Menorca's harbor and cliffs, followed by a landing sequence that offers glimpses of the English countryside, whereas the right side spends both phases facing largely featureless open water or flat farmland.
What can I see during takeoff from Menorca in Menorca?
During takeoff from Menorca (MAH), sit on the Left side for the best views. Departing Menorca on runway 01 (common with the Tramontana wind), the aircraft climbs north then banks west toward the Spanish mainland, putting Menorca's rugged coastline, the harbor town of Mahón, and the turquoise coves of the south shore on the left side. The right side only shows open Mediterranean water during this turn. Notable sights include: Mahón harbor, Menorca's rocky southern coastline, Cala en Porter area, open Mediterranean to the east.
What can I see when landing at Stansted in London?
When landing at Stansted (STN), sit on the Left side for the best views. On approach into Stansted from the north or northeast, the final turn to runway 22 swings the aircraft south of the airport, giving left-side passengers a brief distant view of the Cambridge countryside and the patchwork farmland of Essex/Hertfordshire, while the right side mostly faces open sky and flat fields with no distinguishing features. Notable sights include: Essex farmland patchwork, distant Cambridge outskirts, small reservoirs and river bends near the Stort valley.
How long is the flight from Menorca to London?
The flight from Menorca (MAH) to Stansted (STN) takes about 2 hours 35 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 852 miles (1,371 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Menorca to London flight path pass over?
The route crosses the western Mediterranean past Barcelona's coastline, then continues over the plains of southern and central France before crossing the English Channel near the Kent-Sussex coast into southern England.