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Our Recommendation
8.5

Left Side of the Plane

The left side offers a superior vantage point for the most iconic landmarks, including a central view of the Pyrenees, the Madrid skyline, and a clear sight of the Rock of Gibraltar during the descent into Tangier.

Left Side Highlights
8.5
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Loire Valley

Glimpse the winding Loire River and the clusters of historic chateaus in central France.

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Massif Central

Dramatic views of the extinct volcanic peaks and rugged plateaus of south-central France.

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Central Pyrenees

A spectacular crossing of the snow-capped border peaks between France and Spain.

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Madrid & Guadarrama

Views of the Spanish capital and the surrounding Sierra de Guadarrama mountain range.

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Rock of Gibraltar

The iconic limestone monolith marking the entrance to the Mediterranean Sea visible on clear days.

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Rif Mountains

The rugged, green peaks of northern Morocco appearing during the final descent.

Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid direct sunlight glare. About 50-60 minutes into the flight, watch for the Pyrenees. As the plane descends into Tangier, look east to spot the distinct silhouette of the Rock of Gibraltar across the water.

Right Side Highlights
7.8
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Bay of Biscay

Panoramic views of the rugged coastline where France meets northern Spain along the Atlantic.

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Extremadura Plains

The vast, golden plains and dehesa landscapes of western Spain near the Portuguese border.

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Guadalquivir River

The massive river winding through the heart of Andalusia towards the Atlantic Ocean.

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Costa de la Luz

The bright, sandy beaches of south-western Spain leading to the Strait of Gibraltar.

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Cape Spartel

The northwestern tip of Africa where the Atlantic meets the Mediterranean near Tangier.

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Strait Traffic

Watch for the massive cargo ships navigating the narrow channel between two continents.

The right side is ideal for afternoon or evening flights to catch the sunset over the Atlantic. During the final approach into TNG, you will have an excellent view of the Atlantic coastline and the grottos near Cape Spartel. Keep your camera ready as you cross from Europe into Africa.

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Route Information

Distance: 1,838 km (1,142 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 27 min

Departure: CRL (50.459202000000005, 4.4538199999999994)

Arrival: TNG (35.726898193400004, -5.916890144349999)

Route Type: International

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