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ALC → PMI
Which side of the plane to sit from Alicante International Airport (Alicante) to Palma De Mallorca Airport (Palma de Mallorca)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a continuous scenic experience, featuring the dramatic Costa Blanca coastline shortly after takeoff and the iconic Palma Cathedral during the final approach.
Castillo de Santa Bárbara
Visible immediately after takeoff from ALC, this historic fortress sits atop Mount Benacantil overlooking Alicante.
Peñón de Ifach
The massive limestone outcrop in Calpe is a distinctive landmark rising from the sea as you fly northeast.
Ibiza and Formentera
On clear days, the Balearic neighbor islands appear as silhouettes on the northern horizon during the cruise phase.
La Seu (Palma Cathedral)
The massive Gothic cathedral is the star attraction on the final approach into PMI, situated right on the waterfront.
Serra de Tramuntana
The jagged peaks of Mallorca's UNESCO-listed mountain range are visible as the plane banks toward the runway.
Choose a window seat forward of the wing to avoid engine heat haze. Morning flights provide the best lighting for the Alicante coast, while the evening sun illuminates the Palma Cathedral beautifully if landing from the west. If the plane approaches from the east, you will see the rugged northern coast of Mallorca instead.
Tabarca Island
Spain's smallest permanently inhabited island is often visible shortly after departure if the flight path loops south.
Mediterranean Deep Blue
A vast expanse of azure water dominates the middle of the flight, showcasing the depth and clarity of the Balearic Sea.
Cabrera Archipelago
This national park and group of islets can be seen to the south just before the aircraft begins its descent into Mallorca.
Playa de Palma
The long stretch of white sand and turquoise water leading up to the airport is clearly visible on the final descent.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun over the water. While it features more open sea than the left, it provides an excellent perspective of the southern tip of Mallorca and the Cabrera islands during the approach. Watch for the light blue shallow waters around the southern coves.
Distance: 318 km (198 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 32 min
Departure: ALC (38.28219985961914, -0.5581560134887695)
Arrival: PMI (39.551700592, 2.73881006241)
Route Type: Domestic
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