The right side offers a richer, more varied scenic sequence: the Thames Estuary at departure, the Alps and Adriatic coastline during cruise, and a dramatic mountain-to-sea approach into Dalaman, whereas the left side mostly overlooks flatter continental interior with fewer distinctive landmarks.
Flight Path
Swiss/Italian Alps, Adriatic Sea, Greek Aegean islands, southwestern Turkish coastline
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from SEN
RIGHTRunway 23 departures from Southend climb southwest before turning onto the southeast routing, and the right side gives passengers a good look back over the Thames Estuary mudflats and the Kent coastline as the aircraft banks toward the continent.
Landing at DLM
RIGHTOn approach into Dalaman, the right-side seats typically face the pine-covered slopes of the Taurus foothills and the turquoise waters of the Gulf of Gökova/Dalaman bay as the aircraft descends, offering a striking contrast of mountain and coast just before touchdown.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Southend (SEN) to Dalaman (DLM)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Southend to Dalaman. The right side offers a richer, more varied scenic sequence: the Thames Estuary at departure, the Alps and Adriatic coastline during cruise, and a dramatic mountain-to-sea approach into Dalaman, whereas the left side mostly overlooks flatter continental interior with fewer distinctive landmarks.
What can I see during takeoff from Southend in Southend?
During takeoff from Southend (SEN), sit on the Right side for the best views. Runway 23 departures from Southend climb southwest before turning onto the southeast routing, and the right side gives passengers a good look back over the Thames Estuary mudflats and the Kent coastline as the aircraft banks toward the continent. Notable sights include: Thames Estuary, Southend Pier, North Kent coastline, Isle of Sheppey.
What can I see when landing at Dalaman in Dalaman?
When landing at Dalaman (DLM), sit on the Right side for the best views. On approach into Dalaman, the right-side seats typically face the pine-covered slopes of the Taurus foothills and the turquoise waters of the Gulf of Gökova/Dalaman bay as the aircraft descends, offering a striking contrast of mountain and coast just before touchdown. Notable sights include: Taurus Mountain foothills, Gulf of Gökova, Dalaman River delta, turquoise Aegean coastline.
How long is the flight from Southend to Dalaman?
The flight from Southend (SEN) to Dalaman (DLM) takes 3h 55m.
What does the Southend to Dalaman flight path pass over?
Swiss/Italian Alps, Adriatic Sea, Greek Aegean islands, southwestern Turkish coastline