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MAD → MIA
Which side of the plane to sit from Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (Madrid) to Miami International Airport (Miami)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior visual experience, showcasing the dramatic Spanish coastline at departure and the iconic turquoise waters of the Bahamas and Miami skyline during the final descent.
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Galician Coast
Dramatic views of the Rias and the rugged Atlantic coastline of Northwest Spain before heading out to sea.
Bahamian Cays
The striking contrast of deep sapphire ocean and neon-turquoise shallow reefs surrounding the islands of Bimini or Abaco.
Miami Beach
A perfect view of the South Beach coastline, the Art Deco district, and the luxury high-rises along the shore.
Downtown Miami Skyline
The glass skyscrapers of Brickell and the downtown area reflecting the Florida sun during the final approach.
PortMiami
Watch the world's largest cruise ships docked in the channel as the aircraft lines up for the runway.
The right side is essential for the classic Miami arrival experience. Depending on wind direction, aircraft often fly parallel to the coast over the Atlantic before turning into MIA, providing an unobstructed view of the beaches and the skyline. For the best lighting, choose a morning departure from Madrid to ensure the sun is high or behind the aircraft during the Caribbean approach.
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Madrid Metropolis
Aerial views of the sprawling Spanish capital and the Cuatro Torres Business Area shortly after takeoff.
Sierra de Guadarrama
The rugged mountain range north of Madrid, often snow-capped during the winter and spring months.
Everglades National Park
As the plane approaches Miami from the west, the vast 'River of Grass' provides a unique green mosaic view.
Barajas Airport Infrastructure
A top-down view of Terminal 4’s award-winning undulating roof architecture during taxi and climb.
Sit on the left for a late afternoon flight to minimize direct glare from the sun during the westward transatlantic crossing. On arrival, look for the unique patterns of the Florida canals and suburban grid as you fly inland toward the Everglades before turning back for landing.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 7,107 km (4,416 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 8 hrs 22 min
Departure: MAD (40.471926, -3.56264)
Arrival: MIA (25.79319953918457, -80.29060363769531)
Route Type: International
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