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SCQ → BCN
Which side of the plane to sit from Santiago de Compostela Airport (Santiago) to Barcelona International Airport (Barcelona)?
Right Side of the Plane
While the left side offers mountain ranges, the right side provides a superior sequence of the Ribeira Sacra canyons, the unique Montserrat massif, and a spectacular perspective of Barcelona's urban grid and port upon descent.
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Ribeira Sacra Canyons
Deep, lush river gorges of the Sil and Miño rivers visible during the initial climb out of Galicia.
Castilian Meseta
The vast, golden high plateau of inland Spain featuring historic castle towns and agricultural patterns.
Monegros Desert
The stark, arid landscapes of the Ebro Valley provide a dramatic color contrast near Zaragoza.
Montserrat Massif
A world-class view of the serrated, multi-peaked rocky range and its hidden monastery during descent.
Barcelona Cityscape
An unbeatable view of the Eixample district's grid, Sagrada Família, and the Olympic Port on final approach.
The right side is essential for the iconic Montserrat view, which usually appears about 15 minutes before landing. For the best Barcelona city views, hope for a landing on Runway 24L or 24R, where the plane flies parallel to the coast, offering a full panorama of the harbor and city center.
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Picos de Europa
Stunning views of the limestone peaks of the Cantabrian Mountains shortly after departure.
Cantabrian Coast
Distant views of the rugged northern shoreline and the Bay of Biscay to the far left.
Pyrenees Vista
The snow-capped peaks of the central and eastern Pyrenees are visible on the horizon during the cruise phase.
Costa Brava
Aerial perspective of the northern Catalan coastline as the plane maneuvers for the BCN approach.
Sit on the left for better lighting on afternoon flights as the sun will be behind you. This side is ideal for spotting the high Pyrenees peaks in the distance during clear winter months. When landing from the north (Runway 24), you'll catch a glimpse of the Maresme coastline.
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Get eSIMs for SpainDistance: 883 km (549 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 28 min
Departure: SCQ (42.89630126953125, -8.415140151977539)
Arrival: BCN (41.2971, 2.07846)
Route Type: Domestic
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