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ALC → BVA
Which side of the plane to sit from Alicante International Airport (Alicante) to Paris Beauvais Tillé Airport (Beauvais)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior sequence of views including the Mediterranean coastline, the striking Ebro Delta, the city of Barcelona, and a higher probability of seeing the Paris skyline during the descent into Beauvais.
Costa Blanca & Valencia
Stunning coastal views following the shoreline past Benidorm and the Albufera freshwater lagoon.
Ebro Delta
The unique triangular shape of the Ebro River's mouth, a vital wetland clearly visible from high altitude.
Barcelona Skyline
A spectacular look at the city's grid layout, the Sagrada Familia, and the Olympic Port as you fly past Catalonia.
Massif Central
Ancient volcanic plateaus and rugged terrain of south-central France, offering a stark contrast to the coast.
Paris Approach
On the descent into Beauvais, you can often spot the Eiffel Tower and the skyscrapers of La Défense to the south.
Sit on the right for morning flights to avoid the sun and enjoy the clearest views of the Mediterranean. Keep your camera ready about 25 minutes into the flight for the Ebro Delta and Barcelona. During the final 15 minutes of the flight, look south to spot the iconic landmarks of Paris in the distance.
Sierra de Aitana
Dramatic limestone ridges and deep valleys of the Prebaetic System immediately after departure from Alicante.
Central Pyrenees
Breathtaking views of the highest peaks in the range, including Aneto, often snow-capped even in late spring.
Garonne River
The winding path of the Garonne as it flows through the lush plains of southern France near Toulouse.
Loire Valley
Glimpses of the 'Garden of France' featuring historic estates and expansive vineyards north of Limoges.
Choose the left side for afternoon flights to enjoy the warm glow of the sun hitting the Pyrenees, though be mindful of direct glare during the initial climb. This side is better for viewing the rugged interior of the Iberian Peninsula and the agricultural heartland of central France.
Distance: 1,260 km (783 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 41 min
Departure: ALC (38.28219985961914, -0.5581560134887695)
Arrival: BVA (49.45439910888672, 2.1127800941467285)
Route Type: International
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