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BCN → LPA
Which side of the plane to sit from Barcelona International Airport (Barcelona) to Gran Canaria Airport (Gran Canaria)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides the most iconic landmarks, including the stunning Ebro Delta shortly after takeoff and the potential to see Mount Teide on the horizon during the descent into the Canary Islands.
Barcelona Skyline
Excellent views of the Sagrada Familia and the Eixample district grid during the initial climb out of El Prat.
Ebro Delta
One of the most spectacular geographic features in Spain, the bird-shaped wetland is clearly visible about 15-20 minutes after takeoff.
Castile Plains
The vast, colorful patchwork of agricultural fields across the Spanish interior, offering a desert-like palette in summer.
Huelva Estuaries
Detailed views of the complex river systems and industrial ports where the Spanish mainland ends.
Mount Teide Peak
On clear days, the snow-capped or volcanic peak of Tenerife's Teide can be seen rising above the clouds to the west during the arrival phase.
The right side is unbeatable for afternoon and sunset flights, offering dramatic lighting over the Atlantic. Keep your camera ready about 20 minutes into the flight for the Ebro Delta, and watch the right horizon as you descend for a chance to spot the peak of Teide in the distance.
Costa Dorada
Vibrant views of the golden Mediterranean coastline and the city of Tarragona immediately after departure.
Sierra Morena
The rugged, dark mountain ranges that mark the natural border between central Spain and the Andalusian plains.
Seville Landmark
A high-altitude view of the Guadalquivir River winding through the historic city of Seville in southern Spain.
Gulf of Cadiz
The final view of the Iberian Peninsula as the aircraft crosses the coastline into the vast Atlantic Ocean.
Fuerteventura Silhouette
During the final descent, the distant shapes of the eastern Canary Islands can often be spotted on the horizon.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid the harsh glare of the sun. This side is also excellent for seeing the southern Spanish countryside and catching the first glimpses of the Canary Island archipelago's eastern islands if the flight path stays slightly east.
Distance: 2,174 km (1,351 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 54 min
Departure: BCN (41.2971, 2.07846)
Arrival: LPA (27.931900024414062, -15.38659954071045)
Route Type: Domestic
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