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OVD → BCN
Which side of the plane to sit from Asturias Airport (Aviles) to Barcelona International Airport (Barcelona)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior panoramic experience, combining the rugged northern coastline, distant views of the Pyrenees, and a high-probability view of the Barcelona skyline on final approach.
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Bay of Biscay Coastline
Stunning views of the emerald-colored Cantabrian Sea and the dramatic cliffs of the Basque Country shortly after takeoff.
The Pyrenees
On clear days, the snow-capped peaks of the Pyrenees mountain range are visible to the north as the plane traverses the Ebro Valley.
Montserrat Massif
The unique, jagged multi-peaked sawtooth rock formations of the Montserrat monastery site appearing shortly before descent.
Barcelona City Grid
During the standard approach to runway 25R, you get a bird's-eye view of the Eixample district, Sagrada Família, and the Olympic Port.
Camp Nou & Montjuïc
Clear views of Barcelona's famous stadium and the hill of Montjuïc overlooking the Mediterranean Sea.
Sit forward of the wing to avoid engine heat haze. For morning flights, this side is shaded, providing the best lighting for photography of the Pyrenees and the city. If landing on runway 25R (the most common), the Left side is essential for seeing the city skyline.
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Cantabrian Mountains
Dense green forests and limestone peaks of the Picos de Europa region visible immediately after departing Asturias.
Ebro River Meanders
The winding path of Spain's most voluminous river cutting through the landscape of La Rioja and Aragon.
Zaragoza Landmarks
The sprawling city of Zaragoza, including the impressive towers of the Basilica of Our Lady of the Pillar.
Monegros Desert
A stark contrast to the start of the trip, featuring arid, moon-like steppe landscapes in central Aragon.
Port of Barcelona
Views of the massive cruise ship terminals and industrial shipping docks as the plane banks over the Mediterranean.
The right side gets significant direct sunlight on this southeast heading, so keep the window shade down during mid-day flights to stay cool. It is the better side for viewing the changing agricultural patterns and the stark transition from 'Green Spain' to the arid interior.
Book Hotels in BarcelonaDistance: 712 km (442 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 11 min
Departure: OVD (43.5635986328125, -6.0346198081970215)
Arrival: BCN (41.2971, 2.07846)
Route Type: Domestic
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