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MAD → TUN
Which side of the plane to sit from Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (Madrid) to Tunis Carthage International Airport (Tunis)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior perspective of the Balearic Islands and a scenic approach over the Gulf of Tunis and the historic Carthage area.
Madrid Outskirts
View of the Jarama River and the expanding industrial and residential suburbs of eastern Madrid.
Serranía de Cuenca
Rugged limestone mountains and deep river gorges as you traverse the Spanish interior.
Costa Blanca Coastline
The dramatic transition where the Spanish mountains meet the bright turquoise Mediterranean Sea.
Balearic Islands
Potential views of Ibiza and the southern coastline of Mallorca during the maritime crossing.
Gulf of Tunis
Sweeping views of the deep blue gulf and the northern Tunisian headlands near Cape Bon.
The left side is optimal for avoiding direct southern sun glare during the day. As you approach Tunis, look for the ancient ruins of Carthage and the white-and-blue village of Sidi Bou Said just before landing. Morning flights provide the best lighting for photography of the Spanish coast.
Castile-La Mancha
The iconic flat plains of Don Quixote's land, dotted with vineyards and small Spanish villages.
Alicante Coast
Views of the popular resort areas and the sparkling southern Mediterranean shoreline.
Mediterranean Shipping Lanes
Spotting cargo ships and ferries navigating the busy waters between Europe and North Africa.
Lake Tunis
The vast lagoon situated between the city of Tunis and the Gulf of Tunis during final descent.
Expect direct sunlight for much of the journey if flying during the day, as you are traveling southeast. This side is excellent for viewing the urban sprawl of Tunis and the shimmering salt lakes near the airport during the final approach phase.
Distance: 1,262 km (784 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 41 min
Departure: MAD (40.471926, -3.56264)
Arrival: TUN (36.85100173950195, 10.22719955444336)
Route Type: International
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