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SCQ → IBZ
Which side of the plane to sit from Santiago de Compostela Airport (Santiago) to Ibiza Airport (Ibiza)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the high peaks of the Central System and a more dramatic aerial perspective of the Balearic archipelago, including Formentera and the iconic Es Vedrà rock during the descent.
Sierra de Guadarrama
Clear views of the snow-capped peaks of the Central System mountains north of Madrid.
Castilian Heartland
Ancient towns and historic landscapes of the Spanish interior with distinctive ochre soil patterns.
Serranía de Cuenca
Unique karst rock formations and dense pine forests of the Iberian System.
Formentera
The stunning turquoise waters and white sand beaches of Ibiza's sister island during the southern approach.
Es Vedrà
The legendary, monolithic limestone rock formation rising 400 meters out of the sea near the southwestern coast.
This side is perfect for sunset flights as you track southeast. During landing, most patterns involve a turn that showcases the salt pans (Las Salinas) and the famous islet of Es Vedrà. Keep your camera ready in the last 15 minutes of the flight.
Galician Massif
Deep green valleys and rugged peaks of the interior Galician mountains shortly after takeoff.
Madrid Metropolitan Area
Distant views of the capital's skyline and the 'Four Towers' business district from the north.
The Meseta
The vast, golden agricultural plains of Castile-La Mancha stretching toward the horizon.
Gulf of Valencia
The transition from the Iberian Peninsula to the deep blue Mediterranean Sea near the port of Valencia.
Northern Ibiza Coastline
Views of the rugged northern cliffs and secluded calas of Ibiza as the plane begins its final approach.
Sit on the left for morning flights to enjoy the sunrise reflecting off the Mediterranean. Watch for the Albufera Natural Park south of Valencia, which appears as a large coastal lagoon before you head out over open water.
Distance: 936 km (582 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 34 min
Departure: SCQ (42.89630126953125, -8.415140151977539)
Arrival: IBZ (38.8728981018, 1.3731199502899998)
Route Type: Domestic
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