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SCQ → ALC
Which side of the plane to sit from Santiago de Compostela Airport (Santiago) to Alicante International Airport (Alicante)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a more diverse landscape, featuring the rugged peaks of the Sierra de Guadarrama and a spectacular aerial entry over the Mediterranean coastline of the Costa Blanca.
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Ribeira Sacra
Aerial views of the deep Sil River canyons and the terraced vineyards of inland Galicia.
Sierra de Guadarrama
The snow-capped granite peaks of the Central System mountains north of Madrid.
Madrid Outskirts
A clear perspective of the Cuatro Torres Business Area and the dense urban grid of the capital.
Lagunas de Ruidera
A series of fifteen small lakes linked by waterfalls visible in the La Mancha region.
Costa Blanca Coastline
The turquoise waters and white sand beaches stretching from Altea toward Alicante.
Sit on the left for the best sunrise views on early morning flights. As you approach Alicante, keep your camera ready for the contrast between the dry inland mountains and the Mediterranean sea. If the flight path passes east of Madrid, the left side provides the clearest view of the city skyline.
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Galician Massif
The lush, green, and often misty mountain ranges of the northwestern interior.
Castilian Meseta
The vast, golden high plateau of central Spain, punctuated by historic walled towns.
Duero River Valley
The wide, meandering path of the Duero as it flows toward the Portuguese border.
Sierra de Alcaraz
The rugged limestone peaks and deep valleys of the Prebaetic System.
Santa Barbara Castle
The historic fortress perched on Mount Benacantil, visible just before touchdown.
Choose the right side if you prefer late afternoon sun or sunset views, as the sun will be on this side of the aircraft. This side is excellent for viewing the geometric patterns of the agricultural fields in Castilla-La Mancha. During the final approach into ALC, you may get a closer look at the salt flats of Santa Pola.
Book Hotels in AlicanteDistance: 838 km (521 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 24 min
Departure: SCQ (42.89630126953125, -8.415140151977539)
Arrival: ALC (38.28219985961914, -0.5581560134887695)
Route Type: Domestic
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