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DUS → VLC
Which side of the plane to sit from Düsseldorf Airport (Duesseldorf) to Valencia Airport (Valencia)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a superior sequence of views, including the winding Moselle, distant Alpine peaks, and a stunning aerial perspective of the Mediterranean coastline and the Ebro Delta.
Moselle Valley
Lush vineyards and steep river bends near the German-French border shortly after takeoff.
Alpine Panorama
Spectacular distant views of the snow-capped Swiss Alps and Mont Blanc on clear days to the southeast.
Camargue Wetlands
The unique salt marshes and lagoons where the Rhone river meets the Mediterranean Sea.
Ebro Delta
The remarkable bird-foot delta protruding into the sea is a major geographic highlight of the Spanish coast.
Peñíscola
A historic fortified seaport known as the 'Gibraltar of Valencia' visible clearly on the shoreline.
Costa del Azahar
The 'Orange Blossom Coast' featuring turquoise waters and long stretches of white sandy beaches.
Book a window seat on the left for early morning flights to enjoy the soft light over the Mediterranean. The highlight is the Ebro Delta, which appears roughly 30-40 minutes before landing. Avoid seats directly over the wing for the best view of the coastline as the plane descends.
Ardennes Forest
Vast green stretches of rolling hills across the borders of Belgium and Luxembourg.
Massif Central
The ancient volcanic plateaus and dormant craters of central France visible during mid-flight.
Pyrenees Range
Rugged, jagged peaks forming the majestic natural border between France and Spain.
Montserrat
The unique serrated mountain peaks located inland from the Catalan coast.
Valencia Huerta
The vast green belt of citrus groves and agricultural land surrounding the city.
City of Arts and Sciences
Calatrava's futuristic architecture is often visible on the final approach into VLC if landing from the north.
The right side is ideal for evening flights to witness the sunset over the Spanish interior. During the final descent, keep an eye out for the distinctive white structures of the City of Arts and Sciences, which often appear on this side depending on the specific landing pattern used by ATC.
Distance: 1,427 km (887 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 54 min
Departure: DUS (51.289501, 6.766780000000001)
Arrival: VLC (39.4893, -0.481625)
Route Type: International
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