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BCN → OPO
Which side of the plane to sit from Barcelona International Airport (Barcelona) to Francisco de Sá Carneiro Airport (Porto)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers the most dramatic geological features, including the jagged peaks of Montserrat and the sprawling Pyrenees range along the northern horizon for a significant portion of the flight.
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Montserrat Massif
The iconic serrated mountain range and monastery visible shortly after taking off from BCN.
The Pyrenees
Breathtaking views of the high, often snow-capped peaks forming the border with France to the north.
Monegros Desert
A unique, semi-desert landscape in Aragon featuring stark ridges and eroded canyons.
Cantabrian Mountains
Distant views of the Picos de Europa and the rugged northern mountain chains of Spain.
Atlantic Ocean
The vast horizon of the Atlantic appears as the aircraft turns for its final approach into OPO.
The right side is the 'mountain side.' For the clearest views of the Pyrenees, choose a morning flight when the sun illuminates the southern face of the range. Keep your camera ready immediately after takeoff to capture the unique geology of Montserrat.
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Barcelona Cityscape
Aerial views of the Eixample grid and the Sagrada Familia if the flight departs towards the south.
Catalan Coastline
Clear views of the Mediterranean beaches stretching south towards Sitges and Tarragona.
Ebro River Basin
The winding path of Spain's longest river as it cuts through the dry landscapes of Aragon.
Castilian Meseta
The high central plateau of Spain, characterized by vast, colorful geometric agricultural fields.
Douro Wine Region
Terraced vineyards and steep valley slopes as the plane enters Portuguese airspace near the Douro river.
Sit on the left for the best lighting during afternoon flights, as the sun will be in the south. This side provides a superior view of the urban sprawl of Barcelona on departure and the beautiful Douro river valley during the initial descent into Porto.
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Get eSIMs for PortugalDistance: 899 km (559 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 30 min
Departure: BCN (41.2971, 2.07846)
Arrival: OPO (41.2481002808, -8.68138980865)
Route Type: International
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