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CDG → SCQ
Which side of the plane to sit from Charles de Gaulle International Airport (Paris) to Santiago de Compostela Airport (Santiago)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior scenery, featuring the French Atlantic coastline, the expansive Bay of Biscay, and the dramatic rugged cliffs and 'Rias' of the Galician coast during the descent.
French Atlantic Islands
Clear views of Île de Ré and Île d'Oléron with their distinctive white salt pans and beaches.
Bay of Biscay
A deep blue transition as the aircraft leaves the French coast to cross the open Atlantic waters.
Spanish Northern Coast
The rugged shoreline where the Cantabrian Sea meets the steep cliffs of Asturias and Galicia.
Galician Rias
The unique fjord-like inlets and estuaries that define the lush, green landscape of the destination region.
Santiago Old Town
Depending on the wind direction, the final approach often offers a view of the Cathedral's spires.
This is the 'sunset side' for evening flights, providing breathtaking views as the sun drops into the Atlantic. To see the coastline clearly, aim for a seat behind the wing to ensure the engine doesn't block the view of the Rias during the descent into SCQ.
Loire Valley Chateaux
Aerial views of the winding Loire River and the historic estates of central France.
Bordeaux Wine Region
Vast stretches of organized vineyards and the Garonne River as you cross into southwestern France.
Distant Pyrenees
On clear days, the jagged, snow-capped peaks of the Pyrenees are visible on the southern horizon.
Picos de Europa
The dramatic limestone massifs of northern Spain's most iconic mountain range.
Sit on this side for morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. You will get the best views of the French interior and the Cantabrian Mountains. Watch for the city of Limoges and the sprawl of Bordeaux shortly after the halfway point.
Distance: 1,085 km (674 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 27 min
Departure: CDG (49.012798, 2.55)
Arrival: SCQ (42.89630126953125, -8.415140151977539)
Route Type: International
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