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RAK → BCN
Which side of the plane to sit from Menara Airport (Marrakech) to Barcelona International Airport (Barcelona)?
Right Side of the Plane
The Right Side is the clear winner for this route, offering spectacular views of the High Atlas Mountains immediately after takeoff and the snow-capped Sierra Nevada as you cross into Spain.
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High Atlas Mountains
Incredible vistas of Morocco's highest peaks shortly after departing from Marrakech.
Strait of Gibraltar
The geographic bottleneck where the African and European continents almost touch.
Sierra Nevada
Stunning views of the highest peaks in mainland Spain, often covered in snow.
Costa Blanca
The turquoise waters and white sandy beaches along the Mediterranean coast of Spain.
Barcelona Port
A close-up view of the busy harbor, cruise terminals, and Montjuïc hill before landing.
Sit on the right for the most dramatic geographic features. The High Atlas views are breathtaking within the first 15 minutes of flight. Look for the Sierra Nevada peaks near Granada about halfway through the journey. On clear days, you can see both continents simultaneously when crossing the Strait.
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Casablanca
Aerial views of the coastal metropolis and the iconic Hassan II Mosque minaret early in the flight.
Atlantic Coastline
The dramatic meeting point of the deep blue Atlantic Ocean and the Moroccan shores.
Seville
A view of the historic Andalusian capital and the winding Guadalquivir River in southern Spain.
Barcelona Eixample
The famous octagonal urban grid of Barcelona is often visible on the left during the final approach.
Choose the left side for better views of the Atlantic horizon and the urban layout of Barcelona's Eixample district during the descent. Morning flights offer softer light for photography of the Moroccan coast without heavy glare.
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Get eSIMs for SpainDistance: 1,405 km (873 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 52 min
Departure: RAK (31.6068992615, -8.036299705510002)
Arrival: BCN (41.2971, 2.07846)
Route Type: International
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