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BVA → ZAZ
Which side of the plane to sit from Paris Beauvais Tillé Airport (Beauvais) to Zaragoza Air Base (Zaragoza)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers superior views of the high Pyrenean peaks and the volcanic terrain of the Massif Central, along with a better perspective of the Paris skyline during the initial climb from Beauvais.
Paris Distant Skyline
Shortly after takeoff, you may spot the Eiffel Tower and La Défense skyline shimmering to the southeast.
The Loire River
A clear crossing of France's longest river, often seen winding through the historic Loire Valley region.
Massif Central Peaks
Views of the ancient volcanic domes of Auvergne, providing a rugged, textured landscape mid-flight.
High Central Pyrenees
The dramatic crossing of the highest part of the mountain range, including glimpses of Pico Aneto if the path is easterly.
Ebro Valley Greens
The fertile agricultural bands following the Ebro River as the plane begins its descent into Aragon.
Sit toward the middle-rear to keep the wing from blocking the deep valley views. For the best lighting on the Pyrenees, choose a late afternoon flight when the sun illuminates the western faces of the peaks you are passing.
Picardy Plains
Sweeping views of the patchwork agricultural fields surrounding Beauvais and the Oise region.
Atlantic Glimpses
On very clear days, the silver line of the Bay of Biscay is visible on the far western horizon.
Landes Forest Edge
The vast green expanse of the maritime pine forests of southwest France visible before reaching the mountains.
Western Pyrenees
Greener, lower peaks and deep valleys as the range transitions toward the Basque country.
Bardenas Reales
A unique, semi-desert landscape with clay formations and canyons visible during the final approach to Zaragoza.
The right side is ideal for morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. Keep a close watch during the final 15 minutes of flight for the Bardenas Reales desert—the 'Spanish Badlands'—which looks otherworldly from above.
Distance: 900 km (559 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 30 min
Departure: BVA (49.45439910888672, 2.1127800941467285)
Arrival: ZAZ (41.66619873046875, -1.0415500402450562)
Route Type: International
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