While takeoff favors the left with Mallorca's mountains, the right side offers more sustained interest during cruise—likely brushing the eastern Pyrenees foothills and Rhone valley terrain—plus a scenic Rhine valley approach into Dusseldorf, giving it the edge overall.
Flight Path
Eastern Pyrenees foothills, Rhone valley and Massif Central fringes in France, Rhine valley approaching Germany
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Takeoff from PMI
LEFTDeparting PMI, the initial climb typically curves north over Mallorca, giving left-side passengers a clear view of the rugged Serra de Tramuntana mountain range and the island's northwest coastline before heading out over open water toward the mainland.

Landing at DUS
RIGHTOn approach into DUS from the south, the flight path often follows the Rhine valley, giving right-side passengers views of the river winding through the Rhineland plain along with glimpses of Cologne's outskirts before the final turn into Dusseldorf.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Palma De Mallorca (PMI) to Dusseldorf (DUS)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Palma De Mallorca to Duesseldorf. While takeoff favors the left with Mallorca's mountains, the right side offers more sustained interest during cruise—likely brushing the eastern Pyrenees foothills and Rhone valley terrain—plus a scenic Rhine valley approach into Dusseldorf, giving it the edge overall.
What can I see during takeoff from Palma De Mallorca in Palma De Mallorca?
During takeoff from Palma De Mallorca (PMI), sit on the Left side for the best views. Departing PMI, the initial climb typically curves north over Mallorca, giving left-side passengers a clear view of the rugged Serra de Tramuntana mountain range and the island's northwest coastline before heading out over open water toward the mainland. Notable sights include: Serra de Tramuntana mountains, Palma Bay, Mallorca's northwest coastline, Mediterranean Sea.
What can I see when landing at Dusseldorf in Duesseldorf?
When landing at Dusseldorf (DUS), sit on the Right side for the best views. On approach into DUS from the south, the flight path often follows the Rhine valley, giving right-side passengers views of the river winding through the Rhineland plain along with glimpses of Cologne's outskirts before the final turn into Dusseldorf. Notable sights include: Rhine River, Rhineland farmland patchwork, Cologne's outer suburbs, Dusseldorf skyline.
How long is the flight from Palma De Mallorca to Duesseldorf?
The flight from Palma De Mallorca (PMI) to Dusseldorf (DUS) takes 2h 20m.
What does the Palma De Mallorca to Duesseldorf flight path pass over?
Eastern Pyrenees foothills, Rhone valley and Massif Central fringes in France, Rhine valley approaching Germany