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MAD → SXB
Which side of the plane to sit from Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (Madrid) to Strasbourg Airport (Strasbourg)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides an exceptional perspective of the volcanic Chaîne des Puys in central France and a direct view of the Vosges Mountains during the final approach into Strasbourg.
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Sierra de Guadarrama
Rugged granite peaks north of Madrid visible immediately after departure.
Western Pyrenees
A stunning crossing of the border with views of the deep green valleys and jagged limestone ridges.
Massif Central
Aerial views of the iconic dormant volcanoes and craters near Clermont-Ferrand.
Burgundy Estates
A mosaic of world-renowned vineyards and historic chateaux near the city of Dijon.
Vosges Mountains
Dense pine forests and rounded peaks that define the landscape of the Alsace region.
Choose a window seat on the left for morning flights to keep the sun behind you. Approximately 40-50 minutes into the flight, keep your camera ready for the unique circular volcanic craters of the Auvergne region. In winter, the snow-covered Vosges provide a dramatic backdrop for the descent into Strasbourg.
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Madrid Financial District
The Cuatro Torres Business Area skyscrapers are often visible during the climb out.
High Pyrenees
Views of the tallest peaks in the range, including Aneto and the Ordesa canyons to the north-east.
Rhône-Saône Valley
The fertile river corridors and the city of Lyon appearing as a dense urban hub to the east.
French Alps
On clear days, the distant white silhouette of Mont Blanc is visible on the eastern horizon.
Rhine River & Black Forest
The river border with Germany and the dark, rolling hills of the Schwarzwald across the valley.
The right side is ideal for catching a glimpse of the distant Alps if atmospheric visibility is high. For late afternoon flights, this side offers a warm golden-hour glow over the Rhine valley. During the final turn for landing at SXB, you may see the spire of the Strasbourg Cathedral if the flight approaches from the south.
Book Hotels in StrasbourgDistance: 1,259 km (782 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 41 min
Departure: MAD (40.471926, -3.56264)
Arrival: SXB (48.53829956054688, 7.628230094909668)
Route Type: International
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