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BCN → TRN
Which side of the plane to sit from Barcelona International Airport (Barcelona) to Turin Airport (Torino)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior view of the diverse landscapes, including the Barcelona coastline, the distant Pyrenees, the French Provence region, and a more direct look at the dramatic high peaks of the Western Alps during the descent into Turin.
Barcelona Skyline
Spectacular views of the Eixample grid and Sagrada Familia immediately after takeoff from El Prat.
The Pyrenees
On clear days, the jagged, snow-capped peaks of the Pyrenees are visible to the northwest during the initial climb.
Camargue Wetlands
The unique salt pans, lagoons, and marshes of the Rhône delta appear as a mosaic of pink and blue.
Provence Massifs
Views of the rugged limestone ridges of southern France, including the famous Mont Ventoux in the distance.
The Western Alps
A breathtaking close-up of the French-Italian Alps, including the Vanoise and Graian ranges as you descend.
Sit on the left for the best morning light, as the sun will be on the opposite side, reducing glare for photography. Keep your camera ready shortly after takeoff for the city view and again 15 minutes before landing for the Alpine peaks. In winter, the snow-covered mountains are particularly stunning.
Costa Brava
A birds-eye view of the rugged 'Wild Coast' of Catalonia and its hidden turquoise coves.
French Riviera
Stunning vistas of Marseille’s Vieux Port and the shimmering coastline of the Côte d'Azur.
Mediterranean Horizon
Expansive views of the deep blue Balearic Sea, with occasional sightings of distant shipping lanes.
Monviso Peak
The iconic pyramid-shaped mountain, known as the 'King of Stone,' is visible to the south during the approach.
Po Valley
The fertile, flat plains of Piedmont stretching out towards the horizon as the plane nears Turin.
The right side is ideal for late afternoon flights to catch the sunset over the Mediterranean. Watch for the city of Marseille as the plane crosses the Gulf of Lion. During the final approach into TRN, look for the Basilica of Superga perched on the hills east of Turin.
Distance: 626 km (389 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 3 min
Departure: BCN (41.2971, 2.07846)
Arrival: TRN (45.200802, 7.64963)
Route Type: International
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