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CLJ → MAD
Which side of the plane to sit from Cluj-Napoca International Airport (Cluj-napoca) to Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (Madrid)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior scenic experience, featuring a cross-section of Europe's most famous mountain ranges including the Alps and a direct crossing of the Pyrenees, along with the stunning Mediterranean coastline of Southern France.
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Lake Balaton
Central Europe's largest freshwater lake, visible as a long turquoise ribbon in Hungary.
The Alps
Breathtaking distant views of the snow-capped Julian and Venetian Alps during the transit over Northern Italy.
French Riviera
The iconic coastline of Provence and the Gulf of Lion with the city of Marseille.
The Pyrenees
A dramatic crossing of the high-altitude border between France and Spain, often covered in snow.
Ebro River Valley
The contrasting arid, reddish landscapes of the Aragon region as you descend into the Spanish interior.
Sit on the right for the most dramatic mountain photography. This side is especially rewarding during the golden hour before sunset, as the light hits the Pyrenees and the French coast. Look for the jagged peaks of Montserrat near Barcelona if the route hugs the coastline.
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Apuseni Mountains
Aerial views of the rugged Transylvanian landscape shortly after takeoff from Cluj.
Adriatic Glimpses
Occasional views of the northern Italian coastline and the Venetian Lagoon in the distance.
Apennine Range
The central mountain spine of Italy stretching toward the southern horizon.
Costa Azahar
The beautiful Spanish 'Orange Blossom' coast as the plane transitions from sea to land.
Madrid City Center
Prime views of the Cuatro Torres Business Area and the Royal Palace on standard southern approaches.
The left side is ideal for morning flights to avoid the harsh southern sun. It provides a better perspective of the Madrid skyline if the aircraft lands toward the north (Runway 32L/R). Keep an eye out for the shimmering Mediterranean as you cross from Italy toward Spain.
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Get eSIMs for SpainDistance: 2,289 km (1,422 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 3 min
Departure: CLJ (46.78519821166992, 23.686199188232425)
Arrival: MAD (40.471926, -3.56264)
Route Type: International
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