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CGN → XRY
Which side of the plane to sit from Cologne Bonn Airport (Cologne) to Jerez Airport (Jerez)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides superior views of the Pyrenees mountain range and the dramatic snow-capped peaks of the Sierra Nevada during the descent into Andalusia.
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Eifel Mountains
Dense forests and ancient volcanic craters visible shortly after departing Cologne.
Massif Central
The rugged highlands of central France featuring extinct volcanoes and deep valleys.
Central Pyrenees
Dramatic crossing of the high mountain border between France and Spain.
Spanish Meseta
Vast stretches of high-altitude plains and historic castles in the heart of Spain.
Sierra Nevada
Glimmering white peaks near Granada, visible as the flight begins its final descent southward.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid direct glare while seeing the Pyrenees. Keep your camera ready about 90 minutes into the flight for the border crossing. During winter months, the contrast between the snowy mountains and the dry Spanish plains is particularly striking from this side.
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Bay of Biscay
Distant views of the Atlantic coastline and the western edge of the Pyrenees.
Extremadura Plains
Arid, golden landscapes and reservoir lakes of Western Spain near the Portuguese border.
Seville Cityscape
Clear views of the Giralda tower and the massive cathedral as you pass north of Seville.
Jerez Vineyards
The iconic white 'Albariza' soil and rolling vineyards used for Sherry production during landing.
This side is ideal for late afternoon or evening flights to catch the sunset over the Atlantic horizon. Watch for the sudden shift in landscape from the green hills of France to the scorched, golden terrain of Spain. On the final approach, look for the unique patterns of the salt marshes near the Guadalquivir River.
Book Hotels in JerezDistance: 1,888 km (1,173 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 31 min
Departure: CGN (50.8658981323, 7.1427397728)
Arrival: XRY (36.74459838867188, -6.060110092163086)
Route Type: International
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