The left side wins both takeoff and landing: Alpine foothills and lakes near Munich, then the striking Tramuntana mountains and Mallorcan coastline on arrival, versus mostly flat plains and open Mediterranean on the right.
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Flight Path
Munich to Palma De Mallorca is 755 miles (1,216 km), a flight of about 2 hours 10 minutes.
Cruise passes over the eastern Pyrenees foothills and the western Mediterranean Sea before reaching the Balearic Islands.
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from MUC
LEFTDeparting MUC westbound turns the flight path south of the city, giving left-side passengers a good look at the Bavarian Alps foothills before the route bends toward the Alps. Right side sees flat farmland toward the Danube plain.
Landing at PMI
LEFTOn approach into PMI from the northeast, left-side passengers get sweeping views of Mallorca's dramatic Serra de Tramuntana coastline and the turquoise Mediterranean bays before the final turn over the Bay of Palma.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Munich (MUC) to Palma De Mallorca (PMI)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Munich to Palma De Mallorca. The left side wins both takeoff and landing: Alpine foothills and lakes near Munich, then the striking Tramuntana mountains and Mallorcan coastline on arrival, versus mostly flat plains and open Mediterranean on the right.
What can I see during takeoff from Munich in Munich?
During takeoff from Munich (MUC), sit on the Left side for the best views. Departing MUC westbound turns the flight path south of the city, giving left-side passengers a good look at the Bavarian Alps foothills before the route bends toward the Alps. Right side sees flat farmland toward the Danube plain. Notable sights include: Bavarian Alps foothills, Ammersee/Starnberger See lakes, Munich outskirts.
What can I see when landing at Palma De Mallorca in Palma De Mallorca?
When landing at Palma De Mallorca (PMI), sit on the Left side for the best views. On approach into PMI from the northeast, left-side passengers get sweeping views of Mallorca's dramatic Serra de Tramuntana coastline and the turquoise Mediterranean bays before the final turn over the Bay of Palma. Notable sights include: Serra de Tramuntana mountains, Mediterranean coastline cliffs, Bay of Palma, Palma city and cathedral skyline.
How long is the flight from Munich to Palma De Mallorca?
The flight from Munich (MUC) to Palma De Mallorca (PMI) takes about 2 hours 10 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 755 miles (1,216 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Munich to Palma De Mallorca flight path pass over?
Cruise passes over the eastern Pyrenees foothills and the western Mediterranean Sea before reaching the Balearic Islands.