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Which side of the plane to sit from Málaga Airport (Malaga) to Bilbao Airport (Bilbao)?

Our Recommendation
8.5

Right Side of the Plane

The right side provides a breathtaking perspective of the Sierra Nevada peaks shortly after departure and offers the most dramatic views of the limestone massifs and lush green valleys as the aircraft descends into the Basque Country.

Right Side Highlights
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Sierra Nevada

Stunning views of Mulhacén and Veleta, the highest peaks in mainland Spain, visible within the first 15 minutes of flight.

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Madrid Skyline

The Four Towers Business Area and the dense urban sprawl of the Spanish capital can often be seen in the distance.

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Rioja Vineyards

A beautiful patchwork of vineyards and rolling hills as the flight crosses from the plateau into the northern Ebro valley.

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Basque Mountains

Dense forests and sharp limestone peaks like Mount Anboto during the final descent into BIO Airport.

Book a window on the right for the Sierra Nevada highlight; it is most impressive on morning flights when the sun illuminates the western slopes. During descent, watch for the shift from the dry, yellow tones of the interior to the vibrant emerald greens of Vizcaya.

Left Side Highlights
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Costa del Sol

Clear views of the Malaga shoreline and the Mediterranean horizon immediately following takeoff from AGP.

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Castilian Meseta

The expansive, high-altitude plateau of central Spain, characterized by its unique geometric agricultural patterns.

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Sierra de Gredos

The jagged peaks of the Central System mountains visible to the west as the plane crosses the heart of the peninsula.

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Bay of Biscay

The transition from the rugged northern coastline to the deep blue Atlantic waters during the approach into Bilbao.

The left side is ideal for travelers wanting to avoid direct sunlight on afternoon flights. It offers the best views of the Malaga port area during takeoff and the Cantabrian coastline if the aircraft performs a northern approach over the sea.

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Route Information

Distance: 749 km (465 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 15 min

Departure: AGP (36.67490005493164, -4.499110221862793)

Arrival: BIO (43.30110168457031, -2.9106099605560303)

Route Type: Domestic

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