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DUB → MAD
Which side of the plane to sit from Dublin Airport (Dublin) to Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (Madrid)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior views of the Wicklow Mountains after takeoff, a more dramatic crossing of the Picos de Europa mountains in Northern Spain, and typically a clearer view of the Madrid skyline during the approach.
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Dublin & Wicklow
Stunning views of Dublin city center followed by the rolling green peaks of the Wicklow Mountains.
Île d'Ouessant
The westernmost tip of France, often visible as a lonely rocky outpost in the Atlantic.
Picos de Europa
Majestic, snow-capped limestone peaks that serve as a dramatic gateway into the Iberian Peninsula.
The Spanish Meseta
The high altitude plateau of Castile and León, characterized by golden fields and ancient villages.
Madrid Skyline
On the final approach into Barajas, look for the Cuatro Torres Business Area skyscrapers and the sprawling city center.
The right side is the 'scenic side' for this route. Sit here for the best views of the Picos de Europa, which are a highlight of the trip. During the descent into Madrid, the right side usually provides a better angle of the Sierra de Guadarrama mountains and the metropolitan skyline.
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Dublin Bay & Howth
Excellent views of the Dublin coastline and the Howth peninsula immediately after takeoff.
Celtic Sea
A vast expanse of deep blue water transitioning between the Irish Sea and the Atlantic.
Brittany Coastline
Distant views of the rugged western French coastline near Brest and the Quiberon Bay.
Bay of Biscay
Look for commercial shipping lanes as you cross one of the most famous maritime regions in the world.
Cantabrian Mountains
The first sight of Spanish soil, featuring the green, lush valleys of the Basque Country and Cantabria.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun as you travel south. This side is also better for spotting the French coastline in the distance if the flight path is pushed slightly eastward by air traffic control.
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Get eSIMs for SpainDistance: 1,454 km (903 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 56 min
Departure: DUB (53.421299, -6.27007)
Arrival: MAD (40.471926, -3.56264)
Route Type: International
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