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LDE → MAD
Which side of the plane to sit from Tarbes-Lourdes-Pyrénées Airport (Tarbes) to Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (Madrid)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side of the aircraft offers unparalleled views of the highest peaks of the Central Pyrenees immediately after departure and provides a superior angle of the Sierra de Guadarrama and the Madrid skyline during the descent.
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Vignemale and Monte Perdido
Breathtaking views of the highest limestone massifs in Europe and the glaciers of the central Pyrenees.
Bardenas Reales
The edge of the Navarre badlands, featuring unique clay and sandstone geological formations.
Sierra de Guadarrama
The rugged granite peaks of the Central System, often covered in snow from November to May.
Madrid Business District
Stunning views of the Cuatro Torres skyscrapers if the aircraft approaches Barajas from the north.
El Escorial
On clear days with a western approach, the massive Royal Seat of San Lorenzo de El Escorial is visible in the distance.
The right side is the definitive choice for mountain lovers. During the winter, the snow-covered Ordesa National Park is a highlight. Sit behind the wing to ensure an unobstructed view of the Madrid skyline during the final approach, as the plane often banks over the northern suburbs. Sunset flights on this side offer a beautiful golden hour glow over the Spanish Meseta.
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Pic du Midi de Bigorre
A famous observatory located at 2,877m, clearly visible on the French side of the border shortly after takeoff.
Moncayo Massif
The highest point in the Sistema Ibérico, appearing as a solitary giant rising from the surrounding plains.
Ebro River Valley
The lush green corridor of Spain's most voluminous river cutting through the arid landscape of Aragon.
Guadalajara
A dense urban center and the Henares River valley marking the final transition into the Madrid metropolitan area.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid the harsh glare of the sun. It provides a great perspective of the transition from the lush French foothills to the drier Spanish Ebro valley. Look for the distinctive white domes of the Pic du Midi observatory within the first 10 minutes of flight.
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Get eSIMs for SpainDistance: 421 km (262 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 42 min
Departure: LDE (43.1786994934082, -0.006438999902456999)
Arrival: MAD (40.471926, -3.56264)
Route Type: International
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