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Our Recommendation
8.5

Left Side of the Plane

The left side is superior primarily for the spectacular approach into Barcelona, often featuring a coastal turn that provides a full panorama of the city skyline and the Mediterranean Sea.

Left Side Highlights
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Champagne Region

Vast stretches of vineyards and rolling hills in the Grand Est region of France shortly after departure.

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Distant Alpine Peaks

On clear days, the snow-capped summits of the French Alps, including Mont Blanc, may be visible on the far horizon.

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Rhone Valley Cities

Bird's eye views of historic settlements like Lyon and Avignon as you head south through central France.

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Costa Brava

The rugged, turquoise coastline of northern Catalonia where the mountains meet the Mediterranean.

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Barcelona Cityscape

Unparalleled views of the Sagrada Família, Agbar Tower, and the grid-like Eixample district during the final descent.

Choose the left side for morning flights to keep the sun behind you. This side is essential for the iconic 'sea-loop' approach into BCN, where the plane turns over the Mediterranean to line up with the runway, offering a postcard view of the entire city.

Right Side Highlights
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Massif Central

The dramatic landscape of the Auvergne region, featuring the chain of extinct volcanoes known as the Chaîne des Puys.

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Loire Valley

Aerial views of the winding Loire River and its numerous historic châteaux scattered across the landscape.

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Central Pyrenees

A breathtaking crossing of the high peaks and deep valleys that form the natural border between France and Spain.

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Montserrat Massif

The distinctively jagged, multi-peaked mountain range located just north of Barcelona.

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Llobregat Delta

Lush wetlands and nature reserves surrounding the airport area during the final seconds before touchdown.

The right side is ideal for late afternoon or sunset flights to catch the golden hour over the Pyrenees. It provides a more intimate view of the mountainous terrain of central France and the high-altitude peaks of the border region.

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Route Information

Distance: 1,035 km (643 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 23 min

Departure: CRL (50.459202000000005, 4.4538199999999994)

Arrival: BCN (41.2971, 2.07846)

Route Type: International

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