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BCN → CWL
Which side of the plane to sit from Barcelona International Airport (Barcelona) to Cardiff International Airport (Cardiff)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the Barcelona skyline upon departure, the highest peaks of the Pyrenees, and a spectacular aerial approach over the Bristol Channel and the Severn Bridges.
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Barcelona Skyline
Unrivaled views of the Eixample grid, Sagrada Familia, and the Agbar Tower after takeoff.
Central Pyrenees
The highest snow-capped peaks of the border range, including Aneto, the highest point in the chain.
Auvergne Volcanoes
The dormant volcanic peaks of the Chaîne des Puys in the Massif Central region of France.
Loire Valley
Aerial perspective of France's longest river and its surrounding historic châteaux.
Severn Bridges
The iconic suspension bridges connecting England and Wales, visible just before landing at CWL.
The right side is essential for the best views of Barcelona's urban layout. For the Pyrenees, the right side typically offers a more direct view of the high peaks. On approach to Cardiff, you'll get a great view of Bristol and the industrial heritage of the Severn Estuary. Morning flights offer the best lighting for the French landscape on this side.
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Montserrat
Unique multi-peaked sawtooth mountain range visible shortly after takeoff from BCN.
Dune du Pilat
The tallest sand dune in Europe located on the French Atlantic coast near Arcachon.
Bay of Biscay
Expansive views of the deep blue Atlantic as the flight traverses the French coastline.
Lundy Island
A small, rugged granite island in the Bristol Channel known for its puffin population.
Exmoor National Park
The wild, hilly moorland of North Devon visible during the descent into Wales.
Sit on the left if you want to catch the sunset over the Atlantic during evening flights. This side provides a better view of the rugged French coastline and the remote islands of the Bristol Channel during the final descent. Watch for the dramatic shift from the dry Spanish terrain to the lush green of the French and British countryside.
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Get eSIMs for United KingdomDistance: 1,197 km (744 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 36 min
Departure: BCN (41.2971, 2.07846)
Arrival: CWL (51.39670181274414, -3.343329906463623)
Route Type: International
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