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GOT → BCN
Which side of the plane to sit from Gothenburg-Landvetter Airport (Gothenborg) to Barcelona International Airport (Barcelona)?
Left Side of the Plane
The Left Side is superior for this route because it offers a higher probability of seeing the distant Alps while over France and provides the iconic urban view of Barcelona’s city grid and the Sagrada Família during the standard approach into BCN.
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Gothenburg Archipelago
Immediately after takeoff, view the intricate network of rocky islands and coastal inlets of Sweden’s western coast.
Hamburg Skyline
As the flight path crosses into Germany, look for the sprawling Elbe river and the industrial port of Hamburg.
Distant Alps
On clear days while cruising over eastern France, the snow-capped peaks of the Swiss Alps are visible on the far horizon.
Eastern Pyrenees
A dramatic crossing of the mountain border between France and Spain, featuring high-altitude lakes and rugged peaks.
Barcelona Urban Grid
During the final descent, enjoy a perfect aerial perspective of the Eixample district's unique octagonal blocks and the Sagrada Família.
The left side is ideal for morning flights to avoid the harsh western sun. On the approach to Barcelona, if the plane lands from the northeast (Runway 24R), the left side provides the most direct view of the city center and Mediterranean coastline. Keep an eye out for the illuminated city lights on evening flights, which are particularly vibrant over the densely populated Rhine-Ruhr area.
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Jutland Peninsula
Views of the Danish coastline and the meeting point of the Kattegat and North Seas shortly after departure.
Massif Central
Fly over the ancient volcanic landscapes and deep gorges of south-central France.
Montserrat Mountain
The distinctive jagged 'sawtooth' mountain and its famous monastery are often visible just west of the flight path during descent.
Port of Barcelona
Observe the massive cruise terminals, cargo ships, and the Montjuïc hill overlooking the Mediterranean.
Costa Brava
Enjoy views of the rugged 'Wild Coast' and its turquoise bays as the aircraft descends towards the Catalonia region.
Sit on the right side if you are flying in the late afternoon to catch the sunset over the French countryside. This side is also excellent for spotting Montserrat about 15 minutes before landing. If the flight performs a u-turn over the sea for a southern approach, the right side will offer a brief but spectacular view of the entire shoreline and the W Hotel 'sail' building.
Book Hotels in BarcelonaDistance: 1,958 km (1,217 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 37 min
Departure: GOT (57.662799835205, 12.279800415039)
Arrival: BCN (41.2971, 2.07846)
Route Type: International
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