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Which side of the plane to sit from Alicante International Airport (Alicante) to Oulu Airport (Oulu)?

Our Recommendation
8.5

Right Side of the Plane

The right side provides a superior perspective of the Mediterranean coastline at takeoff, clear views across the Baltic Sea, and a more scenic approach into the Finnish lake and coastal regions.

Right Side Highlights
8.5
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Costa Blanca

Immediate views of the Mediterranean turquoise waters and the high-rise skyline of Benidorm shortly after departure.

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Öresund Bridge

The iconic bridge and tunnel system connecting Copenhagen, Denmark, to Malmö, Sweden, crossing the Baltic strait.

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Baltic Sea Transit

Expansive views of the deep blue Baltic Sea, often dotted with cargo ships and ferries moving between Scandinavia and mainland Europe.

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Finnish Lakeland

As the plane descends into Finland, the landscape transforms into an endless tapestry of dark green forests and glittering blue lakes.

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Bothnian Bay

The northernmost part of the Baltic Sea, which can be filled with floating ice floes during the winter and spring months near Oulu.

The right side is prime for morning departures to catch the sunrise. It offers the best views of the Scandinavian connection at the Öresund strait. During the winter season, look for the unique patterns of sea ice in the Bothnian Bay as you approach Oulu Airport. For the best photography, aim for a seat ahead of the wing to avoid engine heat blur.

Left Side Highlights
7.8
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Pyrenees Mountains

The snow-capped peaks of the mountain range dividing Spain and France offer a dramatic landscape roughly 45 minutes after takeoff.

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Parisian Basin

Aerial views of the urban sprawl of central France and the surrounding agricultural checkerboard patterns.

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Danish West Coast

The rugged shoreline of the Jutland peninsula and the transitioning waters of the North Sea.

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Stockholm Archipelago

A sprawling network of thousands of small islands visible along the Swedish coastline during the northern segment of the flight.

Select the left side for evening flights to witness the sunset over Western Europe. This side also offers a better view of the Swedish landmass if the flight path tracks slightly further west. Keep your camera ready about 40-50 minutes after leaving Alicante for the Pyrenees.

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Route Information

Distance: 3,408 km (2,118 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 4 hrs 1 min

Departure: ALC (38.28219985961914, -0.5581560134887695)

Arrival: OUL (64.930099487305, 25.354600906372)

Route Type: International

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