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HAM → XRY
Which side of the plane to sit from Hamburg Airport (Hamburg) to Jerez Airport (Jerez)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a superior vantage point for the departure over Hamburg's city center, the jagged peaks of the Pyrenees, and the sweeping landscapes of central Spain.
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Hamburg City & Alster
Aerial views of the Outer Alster Lake and the Rathaus shortly after departure from HAM.
Central Pyrenees
Dramatic views of the high peaks as you cross the border from France into Spain.
Castilian Meseta
The vast, golden-brown high plateau of central Spain, featuring historic towns and windmills.
Sierra Morena
The rugged mountain range that separates the Spanish plateau from the plains of Andalusia.
Jerez Vineyards
The distinctive chalky white 'Albariza' soil of the sherry vineyards surrounding Jerez on final approach.
Choose a window seat on the left to avoid direct glare from the afternoon sun during southbound flights. This side is especially rewarding during morning departures when the sun illuminates the Hamburg city skyline. Look for the Ebro river valley roughly 45 minutes before landing.
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Elbe Estuary
Follow the wide Elbe River as it flows toward the North Sea during the initial climb.
Bay of Biscay
Glittering views of the Atlantic coastline and the French 'Silver Coast' if the flight path stays west.
Picos de Europa
The limestone spires of Northern Spain visible in the distance across the Cantabrian coast.
Doñana National Park
One of Europe's most important wetlands, visible near the mouth of the Guadalquivir river.
Bay of Cádiz
On the final descent, you can often see the ancient port city of Cádiz and the Atlantic horizon.
The right side is excellent for coastal enthusiasts. During the final descent into XRY, look for the silver reflection of the Guadalquivir river. Afternoon flights may experience more glare on this side, so polarized sunglasses are recommended for spotting the Picos de Europa.
Book Hotels in JerezDistance: 2,248 km (1,397 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs
Departure: HAM (53.630401611328, 9.988229751586902)
Arrival: XRY (36.74459838867188, -6.060110092163086)
Route Type: International
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