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AMS → BCN
Which side of the plane to sit from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (Amsterdam) to Barcelona International Airport (Barcelona)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a dramatic crossing of the Pyrenees mountains and a close-up look at the unique Montserrat rock formations before landing.
Zeeland Delta
View the complex network of islands and dams in the southern Netherlands shortly after departure.
Paris Outskirts
On clear days, the Eiffel Tower may be visible in the distance to the east during the mid-flight segment.
The Pyrenees
A spectacular crossing of the high-altitude border between France and Spain.
Montserrat
The distinctively jagged Saw Mountain is visible just before the final descent into the city.
Llobregat Delta
See the lush agricultural lands and wetlands of the river delta right before touching down.
This side is best for late afternoon flights to avoid the direct sun glare while crossing the Pyrenees. Keep your camera ready about 20 minutes before landing for the iconic Montserrat peaks, which appear very close to the flight path.
Brussels
See the dense urban sprawl of the Belgian capital shortly after takeoff.
Champagne Region
Fly over the rolling vineyards and plains of Northeast France.
Massif Central
Observe the ancient volcanic plateaus of south-central France.
Mediterranean Coast
Beautiful views of the turquoise coastline near Montpellier.
Barcelona City
Provides a sweeping view of the Eixample grid and Sagrada Familia during the final turn over the sea.
Choose this side for a sunrise view during morning flights. On approach, if the plane circles over the Mediterranean, you will get a stunning panorama of the entire Barcelona coastline and the city's unique grid layout.
Distance: 1,241 km (771 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 39 min
Departure: AMS (52.308601, 4.76389)
Arrival: BCN (41.2971, 2.07846)
Route Type: International
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