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BCN → ARN
Which side of the plane to sit from Barcelona International Airport (Barcelona) to Stockholm-Arlanda Airport (Stockholm)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the Mediterranean coastline upon departure, distant glimpses of the Alps over central Europe, and the spectacular Stockholm Archipelago during the final descent.
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Barcelona Cityscape
Aerial view of the Sagrada Família and the unique octagonal street grid of the Eixample district.
The Alps
On clear days, the snow-capped horizon of the French and Swiss Alps is visible to the east while cruising over France.
Oresund Bridge
The iconic bridge-tunnel system connecting Copenhagen to Malmö across the Oresund strait.
Copenhagen
A bird's-eye view of the Danish capital, its canals, and the massive Middelgrunden offshore wind farm.
Stockholm Archipelago
An incredible mosaic of over 30,000 islands and islets as the plane descends into Arlanda.
The right side is the 'money side' for the approach into Stockholm. For morning flights, the lighting is perfect for photographing the Baltic coast. Be sure to look out for the Oresund Bridge roughly 45 minutes before landing. During the winter, the frozen archipelago provides a stunning white-and-blue geometric landscape.
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Pyrenees Mountains
Dramatic views of the high peaks and glacial valleys marking the border between Spain and France.
Massif Central
The ancient volcanic landscapes and rugged plateaus of south-central France.
German Lowlands
A patchwork of fertile agricultural plains and dense forests stretching across Northern Germany.
Swedish West Coast
Distant views of the Kattegat sea and the rocky coastline near Gothenburg.
Lake Vättern
The deep blue expanse of Sweden's second-largest lake appearing as a massive inland sea.
Choose the left side for afternoon flights to avoid the harsh glare of the setting sun. This side is particularly rewarding for viewing the rugged interior of France and the expansive lake districts of Southern Sweden. Keep your camera ready about 15 minutes after takeoff for the best Pyrenees shots.
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Get eSIMs for SwedenDistance: 2,315 km (1,438 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 5 min
Departure: BCN (41.2971, 2.07846)
Arrival: ARN (59.65190124511699, 17.918600082397)
Route Type: International
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