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Moray Firth, Black Isle peninsula, Beauly Firth

🛬 Landing at Inverness (INV)

Best sideLeft
WhyRunway 23 approaches from the northeast, and the left side offers views of the Moray Firth and the Black Isle peninsula during descent. You'll also see the Beauly Firth and surrounding Highland terrain that frames the final approach.
Look forMoray Firth (northeast), Black Isle peninsula, Beauly Firth, Inverness town and castle ruins

A small regional airport with a single terminal, located about 9 miles northeast of the city center. It's the busiest airport in the Highlands and serves as an operational base for Loganair.

⛰️ Elevation33 ft
🛫 Runways2 (05/23, 11/29)
✈️ HubLoganair
📍 NearbyWIC 72 miABZ 73 miDND 85 mi

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Which side of the plane has the best views landing at Inverness (INV)?

When landing at Inverness (INV), sit on the Left side for the best views. Runway 23 approaches from the northeast, and the left side offers views of the Moray Firth and the Black Isle peninsula during descent. You'll also see the Beauly Firth and surrounding Highland terrain that frames the final approach. Notable sights include: Moray Firth (northeast), Black Isle peninsula, Beauly Firth, Inverness town and castle ruins.

What can I see when arriving at Inverness?

Arriving at Inverness in Inverness, passengers on the Left side enjoy views of Moray Firth (northeast), Black Isle peninsula, Beauly Firth, Inverness town and castle ruins. Runway 23 approaches from the northeast, and the left side offers views of the Moray Firth and the Black Isle peninsula during descent. You'll also see the Beauly Firth and surrounding Highland terrain that frames the final approach.

What factors affect the best window seat landing at Inverness?

The best window seat landing at Inverness (INV) depends on several factors: the approach path and runway in use, geographic features around Inverness (mountains, coastlines, city skylines), weather conditions, and time of day. Morning and evening arrivals often offer the best lighting.