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JFK → BCN
Which side of the plane to sit from John F Kennedy International Airport (New York) to Barcelona International Airport (Barcelona)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers superior views of the French landscape, the dramatic Pyrenees, and the best chance to see Barcelona's iconic urban layout during arrival.
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NYC & Long Island
Aerial views of the Long Island shoreline and the distant Manhattan skyline during departure.
Atlantic Canada
Potential views of the rugged, rocky coastlines of Nova Scotia and Newfoundland if taking a northerly track.
Occitanie Vineyards
Lush green rolling hills and vineyards as the flight traverses Southern France toward the Spanish border.
Pyrenees Mountains
Stunning snow-capped peaks that form the natural border between France and Spain.
Barcelona City Grid
The unique octagonal blocks of the Eixample district and the spires of the Sagrada Família during final descent.
Choose the left side for an iconic approach into Barcelona. Upon descent, look for the grid-like Eixample district and the Sagrada Família. For the departure from JFK, you will get a great view of Long Island's beaches. Since this is an overnight flight, these views are best enjoyed during the final 90 minutes of the journey as the sun is fully up by the time you reach Europe.
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Atlantic Sunrise
A front-row seat to a spectacular sunrise over the ocean horizon as the flight heads east.
Bay of Biscay
The deep blue waters where the North Atlantic meets the northern coast of Spain.
Montserrat Massif
The jagged, multi-peaked mountain range located near Barcelona, visible during the inland portion of the descent.
Port of Barcelona
A view of the massive container ships and cruise liners docked in one of Europe's busiest ports.
Costa Dorada
The golden sandy beaches stretching south from Barcelona as the plane turns for its final approach.
The right side is the 'sunrise side.' As you cross the Atlantic, you will witness the sun rising over the horizon, which is the highlight of the overnight crossing. During the approach to BCN, you will have views of the Mediterranean coastline and the Montserrat mountain range. If the plane circles over the sea before landing, you will get an excellent view of the busy Port of Barcelona and the W Hotel.
Book Hotels in BarcelonaDistance: 6,150 km (3,821 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 7 hrs 14 min
Departure: JFK (40.63980103, -73.77890015)
Arrival: BCN (41.2971, 2.07846)
Route Type: International
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