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KSD → ALC
Which side of the plane to sit from Karlstad Airport (Karlstad) to Alicante International Airport (Alicante)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a superior vista of the Swedish lakes, the majestic Alps in the distance, and a stunning aerial approach along the Mediterranean coastline of the Costa Blanca.
Lake Vänern
Immediate views of Sweden's largest lake and its eastern archipelago right after takeoff from Karlstad.
Danish Archipelago
Aerial perspective of the islands of Zealand and the surrounding Baltic Sea as the flight heads south.
Alps Panorama
On clear days, the distant snow-capped peaks of the Swiss and French Alps provide a dramatic horizon to the east.
Rhone Valley
The lush green corridor of the Rhone river cutting through the landscape of southern France toward the Mediterranean.
Costa Blanca Coastline
The final descent offers spectacular views of the turquoise Mediterranean and the sandy beaches north of Alicante.
Sit forward of the wing to ensure an unobstructed view of the Mediterranean coastline during arrival. For morning flights, the sun will be on this side, so have sunglasses ready, though the lighting on the coastline during the final 20 minutes is unparalleled. Keep an eye out for the distinctive shape of the Peñón de Ifach near Calpe.
Värmland Forests
Dense Swedish woodlands and the western shores of Lake Vänern fading into the distance.
Wadden Sea
The unique tidal flats and string of Frisian Islands along the Dutch and German North Sea coasts.
Parisian Outskirts
Depending on the specific airway, the sprawling urban geography of the greater Paris region may be visible.
Pyrenees Ridge
A direct crossing over the rugged mountain border between France and Spain, showing high-altitude rocky terrain.
Spanish Meseta
The dramatic transition into the arid, ochre-colored landscapes of the Spanish interior as the flight nears the coast.
The right side is ideal for morning flights to avoid direct glare, offering better conditions for photography of the Pyrenees. In the winter, the snow cover on the mountains provides high-contrast views. During the final approach, look for the rugged Betic Cordillera mountains that surround the Alicante region.
Distance: 2,551 km (1,585 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 24 min
Departure: KSD (59.4446983337, 13.3374004364)
Arrival: ALC (38.28219985961914, -0.5581560134887695)
Route Type: International
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