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RBA → MAD
Which side of the plane to sit from Rabat-Salé Airport (Rabat) to Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (Madrid)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior vantage point for the iconic Rock of Gibraltar and the rugged Rif Mountains of Morocco, followed by a scenic traverse over the Spanish Meseta and the Sierra Nevada peaks in the distance.
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Rif Mountains
The dramatic, green-tinged limestone peaks of northern Morocco provide a rugged landscape shortly after departure.
The Rock of Gibraltar
A perfect view of the famous monolithic limestone promontory marking the entrance to the Mediterranean.
Sierra Nevada
On clear days, the snow-capped peaks of southern Spain's highest range are visible on the eastern horizon.
La Mancha Plains
The iconic 'Quixote' landscape of vast plateaus, patchwork fields, and historic windmills.
Madrid Skyline
During the descent, you often get a spectacular view of the Cuatro Torres Business Area and the city's urban sprawl.
Sit on the right for the most iconic landmarks. The crossing of the Strait of Gibraltar is the highlight; look down about 20-25 minutes into the flight. Morning flights offer the best lighting for photography of the Moroccan mountains and the Spanish Meseta.
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Atlantic Coastline
Clear views of the Moroccan shoreline stretching towards Tangier shortly after takeoff from Rabat.
Gulf of Cádiz
As you enter Spanish airspace, the vast blue expanse of the Gulf and the southwestern coast of Andalusia are visible.
Sierra de Gredos
Granite peaks and glacial valleys of the central system appearing as the flight approaches the Madrid region.
Tagus River
The winding path of the Tajo river cutting through the Extremadura and Castilla-La Mancha landscapes.
Choose the left side for afternoon flights to avoid the harsh glare of the sun. This side is ideal for spotting the transition from the Atlantic breeze to the arid central plains of Spain. Keep an eye out for the Portuguese border in the far distance during the mid-flight phase.
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Get eSIMs for SpainDistance: 768 km (477 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 17 min
Departure: RBA (34.051497999999995, -6.751519999999999)
Arrival: MAD (40.471926, -3.56264)
Route Type: International
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