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HAM → ALC
Which side of the plane to sit from Hamburg Airport (Hamburg) to Alicante International Airport (Alicante)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers an exceptional perspective of the European transition from northern forests to the Mediterranean, featuring a stunning coastal descent along the Costa Brava and views of Barcelona.
Hamburg & Elbe River
Bird's eye view of the Port of Hamburg and the winding Elbe River immediately after departure.
Harz Mountains
The northernmost mountain range in Germany, featuring the Brocken peak as the flight heads south.
French Riviera/Costa Brava
Spectacular views where the Pyrenees meet the Mediterranean Sea near the French-Spanish border.
Barcelona
The iconic grid layout of the Eixample district and the Mediterranean coastline are often visible.
Costa Blanca
Vibrant turquoise waters and sandy stretches as the plane descends towards Alicante.
Sit on the left for the best morning light on the landscape and a clear view of the Spanish coastline. During the final approach to ALC, if the plane circles over the sea, you will get a panoramic view of the city and its historic castle.
Rhine-Main Region
Views of central Germany's industrial heartland and the confluence of major river systems.
Massif Central
The ancient volcanic peaks and deep valleys of central France provide a rugged landscape view.
Central Pyrenees
Dramatic high-altitude peaks and glacial valleys as the flight crosses into Spanish airspace.
Aragon Highlands
The arid, reddish landscapes of the Spanish interior, contrasting sharply with the northern greenery.
Serra d'Aitana
The rugged limestone peaks inland from the coast during the final stages of the flight.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights to avoid direct sun glare. It offers the most impressive views of the high Pyrenees mountain range and the unique geological formations of the Spanish interior.
Distance: 1,887 km (1,173 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 31 min
Departure: HAM (53.630401611328, 9.988229751586902)
Arrival: ALC (38.28219985961914, -0.5581560134887695)
Route Type: International
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