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CRL → MAD
Which side of the plane to sit from Brussels South Charleroi Airport (Charleroi) to Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (Madrid)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior visual experience, featuring distant views of Paris, the French Atlantic coastline, and the dramatic descent over the Sierra de Guadarrama with the Madrid skyline frequently visible on the final approach.
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Parisian Horizon
On clear days, the distant silhouette of the Eiffel Tower and the Paris skyline can be spotted to the west.
Loire Valley Châteaux
The winding Loire River and its famous collection of Renaissance castles visible through the French interior.
Bay of Biscay
The glint of the Atlantic Ocean and the French coastline near the Gironde estuary and Bordeaux.
Sierra de Guadarrama
The granite peaks and pine forests of the mountain range that protects Madrid from the north.
Madrid Skyscrapers
On the standard approach to Runway 32L/R, the Cuatro Torres Business Area and the city center are beautifully displayed.
For late afternoon flights, choose the right side to enjoy a spectacular sunset over the Atlantic horizon. During the descent into Madrid Barajas, the right side usually provides the iconic view of the 'Four Towers' and the sprawling urban landscape. Ensure your window is clean for the approach over the Guadarrama mountains.
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Sambre Valley
The winding river and industrial heritage of the Walloon region immediately after takeoff from Charleroi.
Massif Central
Look for the ancient volcanic domes and rugged peaks of central France stretching toward the horizon.
Central Pyrenees
A breathtaking view of the highest snow-capped peaks of the border range between France and Spain.
La Rioja Vineyards
The geometric patterns of Spain's premier wine region as you cross into the Iberian Peninsula.
The Meseta Central
The vast, high-altitude Spanish plateau characterized by its distinct ochre and earthy tones.
The left side is ideal for morning flights to avoid direct glare from the sun. It provides a more intimate view of the highest Pyrenean peaks like Aneto. Keep an eye out for the transition from the lush green of France to the arid landscapes of central Spain.
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Get eSIMs for SpainDistance: 1,273 km (791 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 42 min
Departure: CRL (50.459202000000005, 4.4538199999999994)
Arrival: MAD (40.471926, -3.56264)
Route Type: International
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