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PMI → SCQ
Which side of the plane to sit from Palma De Mallorca Airport (Palma de Mallorca) to Santiago de Compostela Airport (Santiago)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior visual experience, featuring the UNESCO-listed Serra de Tramuntana mountains upon departure from Mallorca and the dramatic Cantabrian mountain range during the transit across northern Spain.
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Serra de Tramuntana
Dramatic limestone peaks and rugged northern coastline of Mallorca, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Levantine Coast
The transition from the Mediterranean Sea to the Spanish mainland near the Ebro Delta or Castellón.
Cantabrian Mountains
Spectacular views of the Picos de Europa and the rugged northern mountain chain during the cruise phase.
Duero Valley
The organized patterns of vineyards in one of Spain's premier wine-growing regions.
Galician Woodlands
Dense forests of eucalyptus and pine that characterize the unique 'Green Spain' landscape near Santiago.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights as the sun is positioned to the south, perfectly illuminating the Tramuntana mountains and the Cantabrian range. Look for the snowy peaks of Picos de Europa between late autumn and early spring for the most dramatic scenery.
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Palma Cathedral
Aerial view of the massive Gothic 'La Seu' cathedral and the historic center of Palma shortly after takeoff.
Bay of Palma
The turquoise waters of the bay and the busy cruise terminal as the aircraft climbs over the Mediterranean.
Madrid Metropolitan Area
Potential distant views of the Spanish capital's skyline and the 'Four Towers' business area if the flight path tracks centrally.
Castilian Plateaus
The vast, golden plains of the Meseta Central, occasionally featuring ancient hilltop fortresses.
Galician River Valleys
Lush green valleys and the winding Miño river as the aircraft enters the Atlantic climate zone.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid direct sunlight and get the best view of the Palma coastline. On the final approach into SCQ, the left side often provides a clearer view of the small traditional Galician villages (aldeas) nestled in the hills.
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Get eSIMs for SpainDistance: 1,003 km (623 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 20 min
Departure: PMI (39.551700592, 2.73881006241)
Arrival: SCQ (42.89630126953125, -8.415140151977539)
Route Type: Domestic
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