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BCN → RIX
Which side of the plane to sit from Barcelona International Airport (Barcelona) to Riga International Airport (Riga)?
Right Side of the Plane
The Right Side is preferred for the stunning panoramic views of the Alps as you cross Central Europe and the superior view of Riga's historic center and the Daugava River during the final approach.
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Barcelona Skyline
A breathtaking view of the Sagrada Familia and the Eixample district grid right after departure.
The Alps
Dramatic, high-altitude views of the Swiss and Austrian Alps visible on the eastern horizon during the mid-flight phase.
Bavarian Landscape
The dense forests and rolling hills of Southern Germany and the winding Rhine river system.
Daugava River
The wide, majestic Daugava River cutting through the Latvian landscape on the final descent.
Riga Old Town
Detailed views of the spires of the Dome Cathedral and St. Peter's Church as the plane aligns with the runway.
This is the prime side for photography. Morning flights offer excellent front-lit views of the Alps. Roughly 60 to 75 minutes into the flight, look for the glaciated peaks of Switzerland. During the approach to RIX, the right side usually provides the most direct view of Riga's UNESCO-listed Old Town, especially if the aircraft follows the standard approach over the city's southern suburbs.
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Balearic Sea
Panoramic views of the turquoise Mediterranean waters immediately after takeoff from BCN.
Pyrenees Mountains
Distant views of the snow-capped peaks separating Spain and France early in the flight.
Loire Valley
The winding rivers and agricultural patches of Central France's historic heartland.
Jurmala Beaches
The white quartz sand coastline of the Baltic Sea as you enter Latvian airspace.
Choose this side for evening flights to witness the sunset over the horizon for a significant portion of the journey. Keep your eyes peeled 20 minutes after takeoff for the rugged ridges of the Massif Central in France. If the wind dictates a landing from the north, you will have a perfect view of the Baltic coast and the seaside resort of Jurmala.
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Get eSIMs for LatviaDistance: 2,337 km (1,452 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 7 min
Departure: BCN (41.2971, 2.07846)
Arrival: RIX (56.92359924316406, 23.971099853515625)
Route Type: International
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