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Which side of the plane to sit from Paris-Orly Airport (Paris) to Sevilla Airport (Sevilla)?

Our Recommendation
8.5

Left Side of the Plane

The left side offers an unparalleled view of the highest peaks in the Pyrenees and a better perspective of the major Spanish plateaus and the Madrid metropolitan area during the mid-flight transit.

Left Side Highlights
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Paris Cityscape

Upon departure from Orly, catch a glimpse of the Eiffel Tower and the urban density of the French capital as the plane climbs south.

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Loire Valley

View the winding Loire River and the numerous historic chateaus dotting the landscape of central France.

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Central Pyrenees

Dramatic views of the highest massifs including Pic d'Aneto as the aircraft crosses the border into Spain.

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Madrid Skyline

Depending on the specific airway, the Cuatro Torres Business Area and the vast urban sprawl of Madrid are often visible to the east.

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Sierra Morena

Rugged, sun-drenched mountain ranges that mark the natural boundary between the Spanish plateau and Andalusia.

Sit on the left for the best morning light during southbound flights to avoid glare. Keep an eye out approximately 45-55 minutes into the flight for the most dramatic mountain peaks. In winter, the snow-capped Pyrenees are a highlight that shouldn't be missed.

Right Side Highlights
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Versailles

If the flight path trends west after takeoff, the gardens and Palace of Versailles are clearly visible.

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Bordeaux Vineyards

Aerial views of the geometric patterns formed by the world-famous vineyards of the Aquitaine region.

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Silver Coast

The long, sandy Atlantic coastline of France and the massive Dune of Pilat can be seen in the distance.

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Bay of Biscay

Stunning views of the deep blue Atlantic waters as the plane skims the coastline near Biarritz.

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Guadalquivir River

The meandering 'Great River' of Sevilla provides a beautiful silver thread through the landscape during the final approach.

Choose the right side for sunset flights to witness the orange glow over the Atlantic Ocean. This side is also preferable if you want to see the coastal topography of Southwestern France and the mouth of the Gironde estuary.

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Route Information

Distance: 1,423 km (884 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 54 min

Departure: ORY (48.7233333, 2.3794444)

Arrival: SVQ (37.41799926757813, -5.8931097984313965)

Route Type: International

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