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BLQ → BCN
Which side of the plane to sit from Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport (Bologna) to Barcelona International Airport (Barcelona)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides a continuous panorama of the Mediterranean coastline, including the French Riviera, the Maritime Alps, and a spectacular approach over the Costa Brava and Montserrat.
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Maritime Alps
Dramatic views where the snowy Alpine peaks meet the turquoise Mediterranean waters near the Italian-French border.
French Riviera
Glide past the glamorous coastlines of Monaco, Nice, and Cannes, visible in high detail from cruising altitude.
Marseille & Calanques
The sprawling port of Marseille followed by the striking white limestone cliffs of the Calanques National Park.
Pyrenees Mountains
The eastern edge of the massive mountain range that forms the natural border between France and Spain.
Costa Brava
The rugged, rocky coastline of northern Catalonia featuring secluded coves and seaside towns like Palamos.
Montserrat
The iconic, serrated mountain peaks located just inland from Barcelona, often visible during the descent.
Sit on the right for maximum landmark density. Morning flights provide the best lighting for photography of the French and Spanish coasts. If the flight lands from the north (Runway 24R), the right side offers views of the Eixample district and the Sagrada Família in the distance.
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Aerial views of the rugged mountain ridges south of Bologna immediately after takeoff.
Ligurian Sea
A vast expanse of deep blue water as the flight crosses the sea towards the Spanish coast.
Distant Corsica
On exceptionally clear days, the northern tip of the French island may be visible on the southern horizon.
Mediterranean Shipping Lanes
Views of large cargo ships and cruise liners navigating towards the busy Port of Barcelona.
The left side is best for afternoon flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. It offers a more tranquil, maritime view. During the final approach into BCN over the sea, you will see the shimmering water and the coastline stretching south towards Tarragona.
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Get eSIMs for SpainDistance: 831 km (516 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 23 min
Departure: BLQ (44.5354, 11.2887)
Arrival: BCN (41.2971, 2.07846)
Route Type: International
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