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BCN → BIO
Which side of the plane to sit from Barcelona International Airport (Barcelona) to Bilbao Airport (Bilbao)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers an unparalleled vantage point of the Pyrenees mountain range throughout the cruise phase and provides the best view of Barcelona's iconic urban layout during departure.
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Barcelona Cityscape
The Sagrada Familia, Agbar Tower, and the perfect grid of the Eixample district.
Montserrat
The multi-peaked serrated mountain range and its famous monastery shortly after departure.
The High Pyrenees
A continuous panoramic view of the snow-capped peaks separating Spain and France.
Pre-Pyrenean Canyons
Rugged limestone formations and deep gorges characteristic of the Huesca province.
Bizkaia Forests
Deep green valleys and dense pine forests as the plane approaches Bilbao.
The right side is essential for mountain enthusiasts. In winter, the snow-covered Aneto peak is often visible. Try to book a morning flight to have the sun behind you, perfectly illuminating the Pyrenees to the north.
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Costa Dorada
Aerial views of the Mediterranean coastline stretching towards Sitges immediately after takeoff.
Monegros Desert
The unique, arid, and steppe-like landscapes of the Aragon region.
Ebro River Meanders
Dramatic silvery curves of Spain's most voluminous river winding through the valley.
Vitoria-Gasteiz
The organized urban layout of the Basque capital visible during the initial descent.
Sit on the left if you prefer the contrast between the dry Aragonese plains and the sudden transition to the green Basque mountains. On evening flights, this side catches the warm glow of the setting sun across the Ebro valley.
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Get eSIMs for SpainDistance: 467 km (290 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 47 min
Departure: BCN (41.2971, 2.07846)
Arrival: BIO (43.30110168457031, -2.9106099605560303)
Route Type: Domestic
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