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BHX β REU
Which side of the plane to sit from Birmingham International Airport (Birmingham) to Reus Air Base (Reus)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides the most iconic views, including the rugged Massif Central, the spectacular Montserrat mountain range, and a clear view of the Costa Dorada coastline upon arrival.
The Cotswolds
Lush green rolling hills and quintessentially English villages shortly after takeoff from BHX.
Loire Valley
The 'Garden of France' featuring historic chΓ’teaux and winding river paths through central France.
Massif Central
Ancient volcanic plateaus and rugged mountain peaks stretching across south-central France.
Montserrat
The famous multi-peaked sawtooth mountain range located near Barcelona, visible during the descent.
PortAventura World
The vibrant colors and rollercoasters of one of Europe's largest theme parks just before touchdown.
Costa Dorada
Golden sand beaches and the turquoise Mediterranean Sea as the aircraft lines up for Reus.
Choose the left side for morning flights to enjoy the sunrise over the European continent. As you begin your descent into Spain, stay alert for the jagged silhouette of Montserrat. If landing on Runway 25, you will get an excellent view of the Salou coastline and the theme park.
Isle of Wight
A clear view of the diamond-shaped island and the Needles as you depart the UK coastline.
Bay of Biscay
The vast expanse of the Atlantic Ocean meeting the western shores of France.
Bordeaux Vineyards
The structured patterns of the world-famous wine estates around the Garonne River.
The High Pyrenees
Dramatic, often snow-capped peaks that mark the natural border between France and Spain.
Ebro River Valley
The fertile plains and agricultural patterns surrounding Spain's most significant river.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights to avoid the harsh glare of the southern sun. The crossing of the Pyrenees is the absolute highlight here; look for high-altitude glacial lakes and deep valleys. During the winter, the snow coverage on these mountains is breathtaking.
Distance: 1,276 km (793 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 42 min
Departure: BHX (52.4538993835, -1.7480299472799998)
Arrival: REU (41.14739990234375, 1.1671700477600098)
Route Type: International
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