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MAD → HAM
Which side of the plane to sit from Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (Madrid) to Hamburg Airport (Hamburg)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior vantage point for the interior Pyrenees peaks, the sprawling Parisian basin, and the industrial heart of the Benelux region before descending into Northern Germany.
Pyrenees High Peaks
Stunning, panoramic views of the central Pyrenees' snow-capped summits and rugged glacial valleys.
Parisian Basin
If the flight path is clear, you can often spot the Eiffel Tower and the dense urban geometry of the French capital.
Brussels & Benelux
A high-altitude view of the dense urban networks and interconnected cities of Belgium and the Netherlands.
Lower Saxony Plains
The geometric beauty of German agricultural landscapes and the massive wind farms that define the northern plains.
The right side is best for mountain lovers. About 40-50 minutes after takeoff from Madrid, the Pyrenees offer the flight's visual climax. Avoid sitting over the wing to ensure an unobstructed view of the French countryside and Paris.
Bay of Biscay
Dramatic views of the Northern Spanish coastline and the deep blue waters of the Atlantic as the flight crosses the border.
Biarritz & San Sebastián
The scenic meeting point of the mountains and the sea, visible as you exit the Iberian Peninsula.
Loire Valley
The winding silver threads of the Loire and Cher rivers, dotted with historic French châteaux and vineyards.
Hamburg Port
Depending on the landing pattern, views of the massive Elbe River container terminals and the Elbe Philharmonic Hall.
Choose the left side for coastal scenery and softer lighting during afternoon flights. It is particularly good for spotting the Dutch islands if the route tracks further west. On approach to Hamburg, this side often sees the Alster Lake.
Distance: 1,781 km (1,107 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 22 min
Departure: MAD (40.471926, -3.56264)
Arrival: HAM (53.630401611328, 9.988229751586902)
Route Type: International
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