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BHX → BCN
Which side of the plane to sit from Birmingham International Airport (Birmingham) to Barcelona International Airport (Barcelona)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior views of the dramatic Pyrenees mountain range and the iconic jagged peaks of Montserrat during the descent into Barcelona.
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The Cotswolds
Rolling green hills and picturesque English villages shortly after leaving the West Midlands.
Loire Valley
Crossing the heart of France, look down for the winding Loire River and historic French chateaux.
The Pyrenees
The flight's main event: spectacular snow-capped peaks forming the natural border between France and Spain.
Montserrat
The unique, saw-toothed mountain range and its famous monastery located just north of Barcelona.
Spanish Shoreline
Views of the golden beaches and coastal towns of the Maresme region during the final descent.
The right side is the definitive winner for mountain lovers. Watch for the Pyrenees roughly 90 minutes into the flight. During the descent, keep your eyes peeled for Montserrat; it is a geological marvel. Afternoon flights offer the best lighting on the mountains without the glare of the morning sun.
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Birmingham & Solihull
Aerial views of the National Exhibition Centre (NEC) and Birmingham city center immediately after takeoff.
The English Channel
A clear perspective of the busy shipping lanes and the white cliffs of the southern English coastline.
Parisian Horizon
On a clear day or night, the distant sprawl of Paris and the Eiffel Tower may be visible to the east.
Mediterranean Coast
Stunning views of the deep blue Balearic Sea as the aircraft turns for its final approach.
Barcelona Cityscape
Glimpses of the Sagrada Família and the Eixample district grid layout if landing from the north.
Sit on the left for better views of the Birmingham skyline during departure. For the arrival, if the flight performs a 'U-turn' over the sea to land on Runway 24R, you will get an excellent panoramic view of the Barcelona harbor and the W Hotel.
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Get eSIMs for SpainDistance: 1,274 km (792 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 42 min
Departure: BHX (52.4538993835, -1.7480299472799998)
Arrival: BCN (41.2971, 2.07846)
Route Type: International
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