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FKB → ALC
Which side of the plane to sit from Karlsruhe Baden-Baden Airport (Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden) to Alicante International Airport (Alicante)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a superior coastal experience, featuring distant views of the Alps, the sweeping arc of the French Mediterranean, and a stunning aerial perspective of the Costa Blanca during the descent into Alicante.
Upper Rhine Valley
Aerial views of the fertile Rhine plain and the historic border region between Germany and France shortly after takeoff.
Western Alps
On clear days, the snow-capped peaks of the French and Swiss Alps are visible on the far eastern horizon during the mid-flight cruise.
Gulf of Lion
A beautiful view of the French coastline near Montpellier and the Etang de Thau lagoon system.
Barcelona & Costa Brava
Panoramic views of the Catalan coastline and the distant urban sprawl of Barcelona as the flight enters Spanish airspace.
Valencia Port
Look for the massive logistics hub and the futuristic City of Arts and Sciences as the plane follows the Mediterranean coast south.
Costa Blanca
Spectacular views of white sand beaches and the turquoise waters of the Mediterranean during the final approach.
Choose the left side for morning flights to enjoy the sunrise reflecting off the Mediterranean Sea. This side is also optimal for the standard landing approach into Alicante (Runway 10), providing views of the Santa Barbara Castle and the city's waterfront. Use a polarising filter for photography to cut through the sea haze.
Vosges Mountains
Dense green forests and rolling hills of Eastern France immediately after departing the Karlsruhe area.
Massif Central
The rugged volcanic plateaus and deep gorges of south-central France provide a dramatic landscape mid-flight.
The Pyrenees
A direct crossing of the high mountain range forming the natural border between France and Spain, featuring jagged peaks.
Aragon Plateau
The stark, arid beauty of the Spanish interior with its unique red-earth formations and deep river valleys.
Sierra de Aitana
The highest mountain range in the Alicante province, appearing shortly before the final descent.
The right side is best for mountain enthusiasts, offering the most direct view of the Pyrenees. For afternoon or evening flights, this side provides beautiful sunset views over the Spanish 'Meseta'. Keep an eye out for the Ebro River snaking through the landscape after crossing the mountains.
Distance: 1,357 km (843 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 49 min
Departure: FKB (48.7793998718, 8.08049964905)
Arrival: ALC (38.28219985961914, -0.5581560134887695)
Route Type: International
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