The right side offers a more dynamic visual sequence — a glimpse of London at takeoff, a chance of Pyrenean foothills near the Mediterranean coast during cruise, and the dramatic Tramuntana mountains on final approach — while the left side stays largely over featureless farmland and open sea.
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Flight Path
London to Palma De Mallorca is 861 miles (1,385 km), a flight of about 2 hours 20 minutes.
Central France (Massif Central foothills), the Mediterranean coastline near Perpignan, and the Balearic Sea crossing toward Mallorca
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from STN
RIGHTDeparting Stansted on runway 22, aircraft typically turn southeast toward the Dover/Channel corridor, giving right-side passengers a fleeting view of London's skyline and the Thames Estuary in the distance before the climb-out levels off. The left side mostly shows flat Essex and Kent farmland with no distinguishing features.
Landing at PMI
RIGHTOn approach into Palma, arrivals descending toward runway 24 typically track down along Mallorca's northeast coast before turning southwest to land, putting the jagged Serra de Tramuntana mountains and the turquoise coastline on the right side of the aircraft. The left side mainly faces open Mediterranean water during the turn.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Stansted (STN) to Palma De Mallorca (PMI)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from London to Palma De Mallorca. The right side offers a more dynamic visual sequence — a glimpse of London at takeoff, a chance of Pyrenean foothills near the Mediterranean coast during cruise, and the dramatic Tramuntana mountains on final approach — while the left side stays largely over featureless farmland and open sea.
What can I see during takeoff from Stansted in London?
During takeoff from Stansted (STN), sit on the Right side for the best views. Departing Stansted on runway 22, aircraft typically turn southeast toward the Dover/Channel corridor, giving right-side passengers a fleeting view of London's skyline and the Thames Estuary in the distance before the climb-out levels off. The left side mostly shows flat Essex and Kent farmland with no distinguishing features. Notable sights include: London skyline (distant), Thames Estuary, Kent countryside.
What can I see when landing at Palma De Mallorca in Palma De Mallorca?
When landing at Palma De Mallorca (PMI), sit on the Right side for the best views. On approach into Palma, arrivals descending toward runway 24 typically track down along Mallorca's northeast coast before turning southwest to land, putting the jagged Serra de Tramuntana mountains and the turquoise coastline on the right side of the aircraft. The left side mainly faces open Mediterranean water during the turn. Notable sights include: Serra de Tramuntana mountains, Mallorca's northern coastline, Bay of Palma, Palma Cathedral silhouette on final approach.
How long is the flight from London to Palma De Mallorca?
The flight from Stansted (STN) to Palma De Mallorca (PMI) takes about 2 hours 20 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 861 miles (1,385 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the London to Palma De Mallorca flight path pass over?
Central France (Massif Central foothills), the Mediterranean coastline near Perpignan, and the Balearic Sea crossing toward Mallorca