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FUE → BCN
Which side of the plane to sit from Fuerteventura Airport (Fuerteventura) to Barcelona International Airport (Barcelona)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior panorama of the Spanish Mediterranean coastline and the iconic crossing where the Atlantic meets the Mediterranean at the Strait of Gibraltar.
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Jandia Peninsula
A final look at Fuerteventura's vast white dunes and turquoise waters as the plane climbs.
Strait of Gibraltar
The spectacular narrowing where Europe and Africa almost touch, with the Rock of Gibraltar often visible.
Costa del Sol
Continuous views of the sparkling Mediterranean beaches stretching from Marbella toward Almeria.
Balearic Horizon
On clear days, the silhouette of Ibiza can be spotted far out in the Mediterranean Sea.
Port of Barcelona
An excellent view of the busy shipping port, cruise terminals, and the sail-shaped W Hotel during the final approach.
This is the prime side for coastal enthusiasts. The highlight is the Strait of Gibraltar, occurring roughly 50 minutes into the flight. For the best landing views of the Barcelona beachfront, sit behind the wing to ensure an unobstructed view of the coastline.
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Lanzarote Volcanics
Dramatic views of the neighboring island's craters and Timanfaya National Park shortly after takeoff.
Sierra Nevada
The highest peaks of mainland Spain, often covered in snow, visible as you cross the Andalusian coast.
Valencia Cityscape
A clear view of the sprawling city and its distinctive City of Arts and Sciences architecture.
Montserrat Mountain
The jagged, serrated peaks of Catalonia's most famous mountain during the descent into Barcelona.
Eixample District
If approaching from the north, the perfectly square city blocks of Barcelona are clearly visible.
Choose this side for late afternoon flights to avoid the harsh glare of the setting sun over the ocean. It is the best choice for seeing the volcanic architecture of the northern Canary Islands and the mountain ranges of the Spanish interior.
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Get eSIMs for SpainDistance: 2,032 km (1,263 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 43 min
Departure: FUE (28.452699661254886, -13.863800048828123)
Arrival: BCN (41.2971, 2.07846)
Route Type: Domestic
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