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BCN → PIK
Which side of the plane to sit from Barcelona International Airport (Barcelona) to Glasgow Prestwick Airport (Prestwick)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior perspective of the rugged French Atlantic coastline, the Irish Sea, and a breathtaking final approach over the Firth of Clyde and the Isle of Arran.
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Central Pyrenees
Cross the high peaks of the Pyrenees mountain range, including Aneto, the highest point in the range.
French Atlantic Coast
Distant views of the Bay of Biscay and the jagged cliffs of the Brittany peninsula.
Cardigan Bay
Sweeping views of the Welsh coastline and the turquoise waters of the Irish Sea.
Isle of Arran
The 'Sleeping Warrior' mountain profile is clearly visible during the low-altitude approach into Prestwick.
Firth of Clyde
Direct views of the shipping lanes and the Cumbrae islands just before touchdown.
Choose the left side for the best lighting during afternoon flights, as the sun will be behind you. The approach into Prestwick is famous for views of the Isle of Arran; try to stay alert during the last 15 minutes of the flight. In winter, the snow-capped Pyrenees are a major highlight early in the journey.
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Barcelona Skyline
Immediate views of the Sagrada Familia and the grid pattern of the Eixample district upon takeoff.
Montserrat
The iconic jagged limestone needles of the Montserrat monastery north of Barcelona.
Massif Central
Fly over the ancient, dormant volcanic peaks of the Auvergne region in central France.
Loire Valley
Spot the winding Loire River and the many historic chateaux dotted along its banks.
Lake District
Stunning views of Windermere and Scafell Pike if the flight path tracks over Northern England.
The right side is ideal for the departure from BCN, offering a better view of the city if taking off towards the north. Mid-flight, keep an eye out for the unique volcanic domes of France. During sunset flights, the right side experiences direct glare, which can make photography difficult but offers beautiful golden-hour lighting over the English countryside.
Book Hotels in PrestwickDistance: 1,653 km (1,027 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 12 min
Departure: BCN (41.2971, 2.07846)
Arrival: PIK (55.5093994140625, -4.586669921875)
Route Type: International
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