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BCN → LGW
Which side of the plane to sit from Barcelona International Airport (Barcelona) to London Gatwick Airport (London)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides a superior vantage point for the Barcelona cityscape during climb-out and the most rugged sections of the Pyrenees mountain range.
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Barcelona Urban Grid
Direct views of the Sagrada Familia and the distinct octagonal blocks of the Eixample district.
Central Pyrenees
The highest, snow-capped summits of the mountain range dividing Spain and France.
Loire Valley
Aerial perspective of France's Garden of Kings with its historic estates and wide river.
London Skyline
On clear days, the Shard and the City of London skyscrapers are visible on the horizon to the north.
Book a window seat on the right for the best morning light on the Pyrenees. This side is consistently better for the departure phase from BCN, where the plane often performs a banked turn over the city center.
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Montserrat
The unique jagged peaks of the Montserrat massif visible shortly after departure.
Atlantic Horizon
Glimpses of the Bay of Biscay and the rugged coastline of Western France.
Seven Sisters
The striking white chalk cliffs of the Sussex coast upon entering UK airspace.
Brighton Pier
The famous Victorian pier and pebble beaches as the plane descends towards Gatwick.
The left side is ideal for catching the sunset over the Atlantic on evening flights. It also offers the best views of the English Channel coastline during the final approach phase if landing from the east.
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Get eSIMs for United KingdomDistance: 1,109 km (689 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 29 min
Departure: BCN (41.2971, 2.07846)
Arrival: LGW (51.148102, -0.190278)
Route Type: International
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