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ARN → BCN
Which side of the plane to sit from Stockholm-Arlanda Airport (Stockholm) to Barcelona International Airport (Barcelona)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides the most dramatic views of the Pyrenees mountain crossing and the unique jagged peaks of Montserrat during the final descent into Barcelona.
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Lake Mälaren
Sweden's third-largest lake offers beautiful vistas of forested shorelines and suburban Stockholm immediately after departure.
Port of Hamburg
On clear days, the massive industrial docks and the winding Elbe River are visible as you cross into Germany.
The Pyrenees
The flight's highlight: crossing the snow-capped border between France and Spain with panoramic views of the high peaks.
Montserrat Massif
Shortly before landing, look for the iconic 'saw-toothed' mountain range and the famous monastery perched on its side.
This is the best side for mountain lovers. You will have a front-row seat to the Pyrenees crossing about 20-30 minutes before landing. On morning flights, you'll be in the shade, making it easier to see the terrain details. Keep your camera ready as you pass the Central Massif in France for interesting volcanic topography.
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Stockholm Archipelago
Stunning views of the thousands of tiny islands stretching into the Baltic Sea shortly after takeoff from Arlanda.
Öresund Bridge
Look down to see the massive bridge-tunnel system connecting Malmö, Sweden, and Copenhagen, Denmark.
Costa Brava Coastline
As the plane begins its descent, enjoy the turquoise waters and rugged cliffs of the northern Catalan coast.
Barcelona Cityscape
On a typical approach to Runway 25R, you will see the Eixample district's grid pattern and the Sagrada Família.
Sit here if you prefer views of the Mediterranean Sea during the approach. For morning flights, the sun will be on this side, so expect high glare; afternoon flights offer much better lighting for photography. If the plane circles over the sea before landing, the left side usually gets the best view of the W Hotel and the port.
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Get eSIMs for SpainDistance: 2,315 km (1,438 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 5 min
Departure: ARN (59.65190124511699, 17.918600082397)
Arrival: BCN (41.2971, 2.07846)
Route Type: International
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