Paphos to Bristol flight pathPFOBRS

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Flight time4h 50m
Distance2,087
Heading314° → 290°
Best side
Right
★ 2.5 left·★ 4.0 right

The right side offers the Troodos Mountains on departure and the Severn Estuary and Welsh coast on arrival, framing a flight that also passes near the Greek islands and southern Alps during cruise — all features better aligned with the northern flight track.

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Flight Path

Flight path overview

Paphos to Bristol is 2,087 miles (3,359 km), a flight of about 4 hours 50 minutes.

Aegean Sea and Greek islands, Adriatic coastline, Italian Alps foothills, French countryside near the Rhône valley

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Phase by phase

Takeoff from PFO

RIGHT

Departing PFO on runway 29 the aircraft climbs out over the sea then banks north toward Greece, bringing the Troodos Mountains and the Cyprus coastline into view on the right side. The left side mostly shows open Mediterranean water during this turn.

Troodos MountainsPaphos coastlineAkamas PeninsulaMediterranean Sea
PFO Paphos InternationalPaphos, Cyprus

Landing at BRS

RIGHT

On approach to BRS runway 27, the aircraft descends from the east over the Somerset Levels, giving the right side a view of the Severn Estuary and the Welsh coastline beyond, while the left side faces the flatter Mendip countryside.

Severn EstuaryWelsh coastlineAvonmouth docksBristol Channel
BRS BristolHub for easyJet, TUI Airways

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About This Route

Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Paphos International (PFO) to Bristol (BRS)?

Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Paphos to Bristol. The right side offers the Troodos Mountains on departure and the Severn Estuary and Welsh coast on arrival, framing a flight that also passes near the Greek islands and southern Alps during cruise — all features better aligned with the northern flight track.

What can I see during takeoff from Paphos International in Paphos?

During takeoff from Paphos International (PFO), sit on the Right side for the best views. Departing PFO on runway 29 the aircraft climbs out over the sea then banks north toward Greece, bringing the Troodos Mountains and the Cyprus coastline into view on the right side. The left side mostly shows open Mediterranean water during this turn. Notable sights include: Troodos Mountains, Paphos coastline, Akamas Peninsula, Mediterranean Sea.

What can I see when landing at Bristol in Bristol?

When landing at Bristol (BRS), sit on the Right side for the best views. On approach to BRS runway 27, the aircraft descends from the east over the Somerset Levels, giving the right side a view of the Severn Estuary and the Welsh coastline beyond, while the left side faces the flatter Mendip countryside. Notable sights include: Severn Estuary, Welsh coastline, Avonmouth docks, Bristol Channel.

How long is the flight from Paphos to Bristol?

The flight from Paphos International (PFO) to Bristol (BRS) takes about 4 hours 50 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 2,087 miles (3,359 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.

What does the Paphos to Bristol flight path pass over?

Aegean Sea and Greek islands, Adriatic coastline, Italian Alps foothills, French countryside near the Rhône valley