The left side offers glimpses of the Jura and distant Alps on departure and the Peak District hills on arrival, giving more topographic variety than the right side's flatter northern European scenery.
Flown ZRH to MAN? Did we get it right?
Flight Path
Zurich to Manchester is 626 miles (1,007 km), a flight of about 2 hours 5 minutes.
Upper Rhine valley, Vosges foothills, Belgian and Dutch lowlands, southern North Sea/English Channel crossing
Great circle distance and headings ›
Phase by phase
Takeoff from ZRH
LEFTDeparting Zurich on runway 28, the initial climb and turn give the left side a good look back at the Alpine foothills and the Jura range rising to the south, while the right side only sees the flatter Swiss plateau toward Zurich's northern suburbs.
Landing at MAN
LEFTOn approach into Manchester from the northeast, the left side faces south toward the Peak District's hills and moorland as the aircraft descends, giving more topographic interest than the flat Cheshire plain visible on the right.
Will your flight be in sunlight?
Pick a date and time in the Sun Map to watch the sun move across your whole flight.
About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Zurich (ZRH) to Manchester (MAN)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Zurich to Manchester. The left side offers glimpses of the Jura and distant Alps on departure and the Peak District hills on arrival, giving more topographic variety than the right side's flatter northern European scenery.
What can I see during takeoff from Zurich in Zurich?
During takeoff from Zurich (ZRH), sit on the Left side for the best views. Departing Zurich on runway 28, the initial climb and turn give the left side a good look back at the Alpine foothills and the Jura range rising to the south, while the right side only sees the flatter Swiss plateau toward Zurich's northern suburbs. Notable sights include: Jura Mountains, Lake Zurich, Albis ridge, Swiss Plateau farmland.
What can I see when landing at Manchester in Manchester?
When landing at Manchester (MAN), sit on the Left side for the best views. On approach into Manchester from the northeast, the left side faces south toward the Peak District's hills and moorland as the aircraft descends, giving more topographic interest than the flat Cheshire plain visible on the right. Notable sights include: Peak District moorland, Pennine foothills, Manchester city skyline, Mersey valley farmland.
How long is the flight from Zurich to Manchester?
The flight from Zurich (ZRH) to Manchester (MAN) takes about 2 hours 5 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 626 miles (1,007 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Zurich to Manchester flight path pass over?
Upper Rhine valley, Vosges foothills, Belgian and Dutch lowlands, southern North Sea/English Channel crossing