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Our Recommendation
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Left Side of the Plane

The left side is favored for its sweeping views of the Mediterranean coastline and the dramatic descent over the Costa Blanca. It provides the best perspective of the sea-land interface and major coastal cities like Barcelona during the transit south.

Left Side Highlights
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Rhine-Main Region

Aerial views of the industrial heart of western Germany and the winding Rhine river.

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Distant Alps

On clear days, the snow-capped French and Swiss Alps are visible far on the eastern horizon.

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Mediterranean Entry

The first sight of the deep blue Mediterranean Sea as the flight leaves the French coast.

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Barcelona Skyline

A stunning panoramic view of the Catalan capital and its famous grid-like Eixample district.

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Costa Blanca

The white sandy beaches and turquoise waters leading directly into Alicante Airport.

Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid the harsh glare of the southern sun. Approximately 30-40 minutes before landing, look out for the Ebro Delta, a unique kite-shaped wetland. During the final approach into ALC, the left side typically offers a view of the Santa Barbara Castle perched on Mount Benacantil.

Right Side Highlights
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Parisian Basin

The vast agricultural plains of northern France with distant views of the Paris metropolitan area.

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Massif Central

The rugged, volcanic landscape of central France featuring ancient craters and plateaus.

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The Pyrenees

A spectacular crossing of the high mountain peaks that form the natural border between France and Spain.

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Spanish Meseta

The high-altitude plateau of central Spain, characterized by its arid, ochre-colored terrain.

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Sierra de Aitana

The limestone ridges and deep valleys of the mountains surrounding the Alicante province.

The right side is the best choice for mountain enthusiasts, particularly for the direct overflight of the Pyrenees. For evening flights, this side offers beautiful sunset views over the Spanish interior. Keep an eye out for the transition from the lush green of southern France to the semi-arid landscapes of eastern Spain.

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Route Information

Distance: 1,792 km (1,113 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 23 min

Departure: BRE (53.0475006104, 8.78666973114)

Arrival: ALC (38.28219985961914, -0.5581560134887695)

Route Type: International

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