The right side captures the most dramatic scenery: the Serra de Tramuntana during departure is visually superior to the flat Essex farmland on approach. The mountain range provides the flight's most distinctive natural landmark.
Flight Path
The flight path crosses the Bay of Biscay and the English Channel. Notable features include the Pyrenees (distant, visible on clear days from cruise altitude as a faint line on the southern horizon during the initial northbound climb), the Aquitaine Basin, and the Massif Central (visible as a hazy ridge during mid-flight at altitude). The Channel crossing itself offers views of the Cornish and Devon coastlines, the Isle of Wight, and the Sussex Downs before reaching Essex.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Palma De Mallorca (PMI) to Stansted (STN)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Palma De Mallorca to London. The right side captures the most dramatic scenery: the Serra de Tramuntana during departure is visually superior to the flat Essex farmland on approach. The mountain range provides the flight's most distinctive natural landmark.
What can I see during takeoff from Palma De Mallorca in Palma De Mallorca?
During takeoff from Palma De Mallorca (PMI), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right-side seats offer views of the Serra de Tramuntana mountain range running along Mallorca's northwest coast as the aircraft climbs northward. You'll see the dramatic limestone peaks and the Mediterranean coastline receding below. Notable sights include: Serra de Tramuntana (northwest mountain range), Palma Bay, Mediterranean Sea, Mallorca's northern coastline.
What can I see when landing at Stansted in London?
When landing at Stansted (STN), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left-side seats provide excellent views during descent into Stansted. You'll see the Essex countryside, the River Blackwater valley, and the distinctive flat agricultural landscape of East Anglia as you approach from the southwest. Notable sights include: River Blackwater, Essex countryside and farmland, North Sea coast (distant), Stansted Airport approach corridor.
How long is the flight from Palma De Mallorca to London?
The flight from Palma De Mallorca (PMI) to Stansted (STN) takes 2h 45m.
What does the Palma De Mallorca to London flight path pass over?
The flight path crosses the Bay of Biscay and the English Channel. Notable features include the Pyrenees (distant, visible on clear days from cruise altitude as a faint line on the southern horizon during the initial northbound climb), the Aquitaine Basin, and the Massif Central (visible as a hazy ridge during mid-flight at altitude). The Channel crossing itself offers views of the Cornish and Devon coastlines, the Isle of Wight, and the Sussex Downs before reaching Essex.