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Which side of the plane to sit from Málaga Airport (Malaga) to M. R. Štefánik Airport (Bratislava)?

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Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers a magnificent progression from the turquoise Mediterranean coast to the jagged Dolomites, ending with an iconic low-altitude fly-past of the Vienna skyline.

Right Side Highlights
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Balearic Sea

Stunning views of the deep blue Mediterranean with the silhouettes of Ibiza and Mallorca visible in the distance.

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Côte d'Azur

The glamorous French coastline including the cities of Nice, Cannes, and the principality of Monaco.

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Italian Lakes

Breathtaking views of Lake Maggiore or Lake Como tucked into the foothills of the Alps.

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The Dolomites

Unique, pale limestone peaks of the Italian Alps known for their dramatic vertical walls and sharp pinnacles.

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Vienna Cityscape

An incredible close-up of the Austrian capital, including the Danube River and the Prater, just before crossing into Slovakia.

Sit on the right for the ultimate arrival experience; because BTS and Vienna (VIE) airports are so close, the descent often tracks right past the heart of Vienna. For morning flights, be aware of high sun intensity over the Mediterranean. In winter, the Dolomites on this side look particularly spectacular under a blanket of snow.

Left Side Highlights
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Sierra Nevada

Immediately after takeoff, witness the snow-capped Mulhacén, the highest peak in mainland Spain.

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Barcelona Panorama

A distant but clear view of the Catalan capital and the iconic Sagrada Família as you cross the coast.

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Eastern Pyrenees

Rugged mountain vistas where the range meets the Mediterranean sea at the Spanish-French border.

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Massif Central

The ancient volcanic plateaus and deep gorges of south-central France.

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Lake Constance

The massive expanse of 'Bodensee' marking the intersection of Germany, Switzerland, and Austria.

The left side is ideal for afternoon flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. Keep your camera ready about 10 minutes after departure for the Sierra Nevada. During the final third of the flight, the Swiss and Austrian Alps dominate the horizon, providing excellent lighting for mountain photography during the late afternoon.

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Route Information

Distance: 2,181 km (1,355 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 54 min

Departure: AGP (36.67490005493164, -4.499110221862793)

Arrival: BTS (48.17020034790039, 17.212699890136722)

Route Type: International

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