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MAD → MLN
Which side of the plane to sit from Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (Madrid) to Melilla Airport (Melilla)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior vantage point for the approach into Melilla, providing clear views of the Spanish coastline, the Alboran Sea, and the fascinating geographical contrast between the Melilla enclave and the Moroccan border.
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Casa de Campo
Madrid's largest urban park and the Royal Palace are often visible during the climb out of Barajas.
Sierra Morena
Watch the transition from the central plateaus to the rugged mountains that guard the entrance to Andalusia.
Costa del Sol
Glimmering views of the shoreline near Malaga before the flight heads out over the open sea.
Melilla la Vieja
The spectacular 15th-century fortified citadel situated on a rock overlooking the port during final descent.
Mount Gurugú
The extinct volcanic mountain in Morocco that serves as a dramatic backdrop to the Melilla skyline.
Select a right-side window seat for the most iconic views of Melilla's unique geography. During landing, you will see the city's modernist architecture and the distinctive border fence that separates Spain from Morocco. Aim for an afternoon flight to see the sun reflecting off the Mediterranean Sea.
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Madrid Skyscrapers
Aerial views of the Cuatro Torres Business Area and the dense urban grid of Madrid shortly after takeoff.
Sierra Nevada
On clear days, see the distant snow-capped peaks of Mulhacén, the highest mountain in mainland Spain.
Alboran Sea
The deep turquoise waters of the westernmost Mediterranean as the aircraft transitions toward Africa.
Cabo de Tres Forcas
Dramatic limestone cliffs and rugged coves on the Moroccan peninsula just north of the city.
The left side is preferable for morning flights as it avoids the glare of the southern sun. It is the better side for spotting the high peaks of Andalusia if the flight path stays slightly more inland.
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Get eSIMs for SpainDistance: 580 km (360 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 58 min
Departure: MAD (40.471926, -3.56264)
Arrival: MLN (35.279800415, -2.9562599658999997)
Route Type: Domestic
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