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Which side of the plane to sit from Ibiza Airport (Ibiza) to Marseille Provence Airport (Marseille)?

Our Recommendation
8.5

Right Side of the Plane

While the left side offers views of the Spanish coastline, the right side provides a superior approach into Marseille, featuring the iconic Calanques cliffs and a stunning panorama of the city and its historic port.

Right Side Highlights
8.5
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Balearic Sea

Expansive views of the turquoise waters transitioning to deep indigo during the crossing.

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Frioul Archipelago

The limestone islands and the famous Château d'If visible during the final descent.

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Calanques National Park

Dramatic white limestone cliffs and hidden turquoise coves along the coast south of Marseille.

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Vieux-Port

A bird's-eye view of Marseille's historic harbor and the Basilica of Notre-Dame de la Garde.

Choose a window seat behind the wing to avoid obstructing the view of the Calanques. The descent into MRS often involves a sweeping turn over the Bay of Marseille, making this side spectacular during golden hour.

Left Side Highlights
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Dalt Vila

Aerial view of Ibiza's historic old town and fortified walls shortly after takeoff.

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Barcelona Skyline

Distant but clear views of the Sagrada Família and the Eixample grid if the path hugs the coast.

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The Pyrenees

On clear days, the snow-capped peaks of the eastern Pyrenees are visible to the northwest.

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Camargue Wetlands

The unique salt pans and marshy landscapes of the Rhone delta as you enter French airspace.

Morning flights offer the best lighting for the Spanish coast without the glare of the Mediterranean. Keep a close eye out early in the flight for the rugged coastline of the Costa Brava.

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Route Information

Distance: 601 km (373 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr

Departure: IBZ (38.8728981018, 1.3731199502899998)

Arrival: MRS (43.439271922, 5.22142410278)

Route Type: International

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