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BRS → MAD
Which side of the plane to sit from Bristol Airport (Bristol) to Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (Madrid)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a superior view of the French coastline and the dramatic Sierra de Guadarrama mountains during the final approach into Madrid.
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Mendip Hills
Verdant limestone ridges and the rolling landscape of Somerset immediately after departing Bristol.
Brittany Peninsulas
The rugged, jagged western coastline of France as the flight crosses the Bay of Biscay.
Basque Mountains
Dense green peaks marking the transition from the Atlantic Ocean into Northern Spain.
Sierra de Guadarrama
A massive granite mountain range north of Madrid, providing a scenic backdrop during descent.
Real Sitio de San Lorenzo
Potential distant views of the historic El Escorial monastery nestled in the mountain foothills.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid direct sun glare. This side offers the best land-based features including the French coast and the dramatic entrance into central Spain over the mountains. Keep your camera ready as you pass the Picos de Europa in the distance.
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Bristol Channel
Panoramic views of the Severn Estuary and the coastal cliffs of North Devon and Exmoor.
Bay of Biscay Horizon
Vast, unobstructed views of the Atlantic horizon, especially stunning during sunset flights.
Picos de Europa
The high limestone massifs of the Cantabrian Mountains visible as you enter Spanish airspace.
Castilian Meseta
The high-altitude, golden plains of central Spain, dotted with tiny medieval villages.
Madrid Skyscrapers
Views of the Cuatro Torres Business Area and the urban sprawl of the capital on final approach.
The right side is ideal for evening flights to experience the sunset over the sea. During the final approach, this side often offers a better perspective of the Madrid city skyline and the vast arid plains of the Meseta. Watch for the stark contrast between the green north and dry center.
Book Hotels in MadridDistance: 1,215 km (755 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 37 min
Departure: BRS (51.382702, -2.71909)
Arrival: MAD (40.471926, -3.56264)
Route Type: International
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