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LCG → MAD
Which side of the plane to sit from A Coruña Airport (La Coruna) to Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (Madrid)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior perspective of the dramatic transition from the lush Galician canyons to the rugged Sierra de Guadarrama and the final approach into Madrid.
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Galician Coastline
Sweeping views of the Atlantic and the northernmost Rías during the initial climb out of A Coruña.
Ribeira Sacra
Incredible views of the deep, winding canyons carved by the Sil and Miño rivers through the granite landscape.
Montes de León
Rugged peaks that mark the geographical transition between the humid Atlantic zone and the dry central plateau.
Castilian Meseta
The vast, geometric patchworks of golden wheat fields and ochre earth typical of the Spanish high plains.
Peñalara Peak
The highest point in the Sierra de Guadarrama, often covered in snow during the winter and spring months.
Madrid Skyline
A panoramic view of the 'Cuatro Torres' skyscrapers and the urban sprawl of the capital during the landing sequence.
The right side is the definitive choice for scenic variety. For evening flights, you will experience a sunset over the Meseta. Watch for the sudden color change from deep green to earthy red as you cross the border from Galicia into Castile and León.
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Aerial views of the jagged northern Galician coastline and the Cantabrian Sea shortly after takeoff.
Serra do Xistral
Lush green mountain ranges often shrouded in Atlantic mist and dotted with wind turbines.
El Bierzo Valley
A glimpse of the fertile, sun-drenched valley known for its microclimate and extensive vineyards.
Sierra de Guadarrama (East)
Views of the northern slopes of the central mountain range as the aircraft begins its descent into the Madrid basin.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. This side provides a clearer view of the coastal weather patterns and the northern reaches of the Iberian System in the far distance.
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Get eSIMs for SpainDistance: 508 km (316 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 51 min
Departure: LCG (43.302101, -8.37726)
Arrival: MAD (40.471926, -3.56264)
Route Type: Domestic
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