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BCN → RNS
Which side of the plane to sit from Barcelona International Airport (Barcelona) to Rennes-Saint-Jacques Airport (Rennes)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a breathtaking sequence from the jagged Montserrat peaks to the snow-capped Pyrenees and the dramatic Atlantic coastline of France.
Montserrat Mountain
The serrated peaks of the Montserrat massif are visible shortly after departure from Barcelona.
Central Pyrenees
Spectacular views of the highest peaks in the Pyrenees range as you cross the Spanish-French border.
Bay of Biscay
As the plane heads north, the vast blue expanse of the Atlantic Ocean appears to the west.
Dune du Pilat
The tallest sand dune in Europe is often visible along the Silver Coast near Arcachon.
Nantes Estuary
The mouth of the Loire River and the industrial shipyards of Saint-Nazaire come into view.
Book a window seat in the front third of the cabin to avoid wing obstruction during the Pyrenees crossing. Morning flights are ideal for the best lighting on the Atlantic coast, while afternoon flights may experience glare from the west.
Barcelona Cityscape
A stunning view of the Eixample grid and the Sagrada Família if the flight departs towards the north.
Andorra & Eastern Pyrenees
Aerial views of the high valleys and rugged terrain of the eastern portion of the mountain range.
Toulouse
The 'Pink City' and its distinctive red-brick architecture can be seen as you fly over southern France.
Loire Valley
The patchwork of the French countryside is dotted with historic châteaux and the winding Loire River.
Rennes Suburbs
The final descent offers views of the lush, green landscapes and stone villages of Brittany.
The right side is perfect for catching the sunrise over the Mediterranean if taking an early flight. On the approach to Rennes, watch for the Vilaine River snaking through the Breton countryside.
Distance: 811 km (504 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 21 min
Departure: BCN (41.2971, 2.07846)
Arrival: RNS (48.0694999695, -1.73478996754)
Route Type: International
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