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DOH → BCN
Which side of the plane to sit from Hamad International Airport (Doha) to Barcelona International Airport (Barcelona)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side is generally superior for this route because it faces north, avoiding the harsh direct sunlight of the southern sky. This allows for clear, glare-free photography of the Taurus Mountains in Turkey, the Greek islands, and the iconic city grid of Barcelona during the final approach.
Doha West Bay
Immediately after takeoff, catch the futuristic skyline of Doha and the man-made islands of The Pearl-Qatar.
Taurus Mountains
Dramatic, high-altitude views of the snow-dusted, jagged peaks stretching across Southern Turkey.
Athens & Attica
Fly over the Saronic Gulf with views of the Greek capital and the mountainous Peloponnese peninsula.
Sardinia & Corsica
The northern coast of Sardinia and the rugged, forested interior of Corsica are often visible across the sea.
Barcelona Skyline
On the standard landing approach (Runway 06L), this side offers an incredible view of the Sagrada Familia and the Eixample district.
The right side provides the best lighting conditions for photography as the sun is positioned on the opposite side of the aircraft. For the best view of Barcelona's unique architecture, ensure you are seated on this side and look out during the final 10 minutes of the flight when the plane turns toward the coast.
Arabian Desert
The flight begins with views of the vast, rolling red sand dunes and rocky plateaus of northern Saudi Arabia.
The Dead Sea
On clear northern flight paths, the salt-rimmed shores of the lowest point on Earth are visible between Jordan and Israel.
Crete
Aerial perspectives of the rugged Lefka Ori mountains and the deep blue Libyan Sea to the south of Greece.
Balearic Islands
A stunning bird's-eye view of Mallorca and Menorca's turquoise bays and rocky northern coastlines.
Costa Dorada
During the final descent, the golden beaches and coastal towns south of Barcelona come into view.
Since this flight travels west, the sun will be on the left side for the majority of the journey. Keep your window shade partially closed to avoid heat and glare, but open it about 45 minutes before landing to catch the Balearic Islands. This side is excellent for seeing the vastness of the Mediterranean horizon.
Distance: 4,862 km (3,021 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 5 hrs 43 min
Departure: DOH (25.273056, 51.608056)
Arrival: BCN (41.2971, 2.07846)
Route Type: International
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