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BGO → BCN
Which side of the plane to sit from Bergen Airport Flesland (Bergen) to Barcelona International Airport (Barcelona)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a superior sequence of views, starting with the dramatic Norwegian fjords, continuing with the industrial heart of the Rhine delta, and concluding with a stunning aerial panorama of the Barcelona city grid and the Sagrada Família during the approach.
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Norwegian Fjords
Immediately after takeoff, witness the intricate coastline and deep glacial valleys of Vestland.
Port of Rotterdam
Aerial view of one of the world's largest industrial shipping hubs on the Dutch coastline.
Parisian Horizon
On clear days, the distant skyline of Paris can sometimes be spotted as the flight tracks through central France.
Massif Central
The ancient volcanic domes and rugged topography of south-central France.
Costa Brava
The turquoise waters and rocky coves of the Catalan coast leading into Barcelona.
Barcelona Cityscape
A spectacular view of the Eixample district's grid pattern and the Sagrada Família if landing from the north or east.
Book a window seat on the left for the best chance to see the Barcelona city center during descent. Morning flights provide excellent front-lighting on the Norwegian mountains, while afternoon flights offer beautiful lighting over the Mediterranean coast. Watch closely 20 minutes before landing for the transition from the Pyrenees to the sea.
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Vast oceanic views often dotted with offshore wind farms and oil platforms near the Norwegian coast.
Bay of Biscay
Distant views of the French Atlantic coastline and the sandy beaches of Les Landes.
Pyrenees Peaks
A direct view of the high-altitude, snow-capped border between France and Spain.
Catalan Heartland
Rolling agricultural landscapes and the Montserrat mountain range visible during the final descent.
Camp Nou & Montjuïc
Potential views of the Olympic park and the stadium depending on the specific flight path into BCN.
The right side is ideal for sunset flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun while still catching the orange glow over the Pyrenees. Keep an eye out for the unique jagged silhouette of Montserrat mountain about 15 minutes before touchdown. Seasonal snow cover on the Pyrenees is most dramatic from December to April.
Book Hotels in BarcelonaDistance: 2,123 km (1,319 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 50 min
Departure: BGO (60.29339981, 5.218140125)
Arrival: BCN (41.2971, 2.07846)
Route Type: International
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