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BCN → PHL
Which side of the plane to sit from Barcelona International Airport (Barcelona) to Philadelphia International Airport (Philadelphia)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior view of the Barcelona skyline upon takeoff and provides the iconic view of the New York City skyline and Philadelphia's Center City during the descent.
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Barcelona Cityscape
Stunning views of the Eixample grid and Sagrada Família immediately after takeoff from El Prat.
The Pyrenees
Snow-capped peaks of the mountain range dividing Spain and France shortly after reaching cruising altitude.
North Atlantic Ice
If the flight path takes a northern track, keep an eye out for potential icebergs near the coast of Greenland.
New York City Skyline
On the descent along the East Coast, the Manhattan skyline is often visible in the distance to the west.
Center City Philadelphia
The skyscrapers of downtown Philly and the Delaware River during the final approach into PHL.
Sit in an 'A' seat for the best panoramic views of the Spanish coast. For this westbound flight, the sun will be mostly on the left side in the morning and early afternoon; bring sunglasses or keep the shade partially down to avoid glare while spotting the NYC skyline.
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Costa Brava
The rugged and beautiful coastline of northern Catalonia as the plane turns toward France.
Bay of Biscay
Views of the French Atlantic coastline and the deep blue waters of the bay.
Newfoundland Coast
The first sight of North America, featuring the rocky, indented shores of eastern Canada.
Cape Cod & Boston
The distinctive hook-shaped peninsula of Massachusetts and the Boston metropolitan area.
The Jersey Shore
Vibrant views of the Atlantic City boardwalk and the sandy beaches of New Jersey before turning inland.
Choose the right side if you prefer seeing the maritime geography of Atlantic Canada and New England. This side is typically cooler and less bright during afternoon flights as the sun moves toward the southern/western horizon.
Book Hotels in PhiladelphiaDistance: 6,300 km (3,915 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 7 hrs 25 min
Departure: BCN (41.2971, 2.07846)
Arrival: PHL (39.87189865112305, -75.24109649658203)
Route Type: International
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