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Which side of the plane to sit from Stockholm-Arlanda Airport (Stockholm) to Málaga Airport (Malaga)?

Our Recommendation
8.7

Left Side of the Plane

The left side offers a superior sequence of highlights, including the iconic Øresund Bridge, distant views of the Alps, and a spectacular approach past the snow-capped Sierra Nevada mountains before landing.

Left Side Highlights
8.7
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Stockholm Archipelago

Stunning aerial views of the thousands of islands and islets surrounding the Swedish capital immediately after takeoff.

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Øresund Bridge

The massive engineering marvel connecting Malmö and Copenhagen is clearly visible as you fly south over the Baltic Sea.

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The Alps

On clear days, the distant jagged peaks of the Swiss and French Alps can be seen to the east while cruising over Central Europe.

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Costa Blanca

As the flight enters Spanish airspace and follows the coast, you get views of the turquoise Mediterranean waters and white sandy beaches.

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Sierra Nevada

The highest peaks of mainland Spain, often covered in snow, provide a dramatic backdrop just minutes before the descent into Málaga.

Sit on the left for the best sunrise views on morning departures. Keep your camera ready roughly 45 minutes into the flight for the Øresund Bridge. During the final 30 minutes, watch for the Sierra Nevada range near Granada, which is most impressive in winter and spring when the peaks are white.

Right Side Highlights
7.5
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Kattegat Sea

Views of the sea between Sweden and Denmark, often dotted with massive cargo ships and wind farms.

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Western Europe Cities

Depending on the specific airway, you may see the outskirts of Hamburg, Brussels, or the distant lights of Paris.

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The Pyrenees

A magnificent crossing of the high mountain border between France and Spain, showing deep valleys and rocky ridges.

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The Spanish Meseta

The vast, arid high plateau of central Spain with its unique golden hues and geometric agricultural patterns.

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Andalusian White Villages

Scattered 'Pueblos Blancos' can be seen nestled in the rugged hills of the Malaga province during the final approach.

The right side is the best choice for afternoon or evening flights to catch the sunset over the Atlantic horizon or the Bay of Biscay. It also provides an excellent perspective of the arid interior of Spain, which contrasts sharply with the green landscapes of Northern Europe seen earlier in the journey.

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Route Information

Distance: 3,016 km (1,874 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 33 min

Departure: ARN (59.65190124511699, 17.918600082397)

Arrival: AGP (36.67490005493164, -4.499110221862793)

Route Type: International

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