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Which side of the plane to sit from Santander Airport (Santander) to Weeze Airport (Weeze)?

Our Recommendation
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Left Side of the Plane

The left side offers superior coastal views of Northern Spain and Western France, followed by the distinctive river deltas of the Low Countries before landing near the Rhine.

Left Side Highlights
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Santander Bay

Panoramic views of the El Sardinero beaches and the Magdalena Peninsula immediately after takeoff.

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French Atlantic Islands

Clear views of Île d'Oléron and Île de Ré as the flight path crosses the Bay of Biscay into France.

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Loire Estuary

The mouth of the Loire River near Saint-Nazaire, where the longest river in France meets the ocean.

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Flemish Polders

The highly organized, geometric agricultural patterns of Western Belgium and the Southern Netherlands.

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The Waal River

A major branch of the Rhine flowing through the Netherlands, visible just before crossing into Germany.

Choose the left side for morning flights to keep the sun behind you. This side is particularly scenic during the first 20 minutes as you climb over the Cantabrian Sea and the final 15 minutes as you navigate the Dutch-German border region. Look for the distinctive white sand dunes of the French coast mid-flight.

Right Side Highlights
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Picos de Europa

The jagged limestone peaks of the Cantabrian Mountains visible to the south during the initial climb.

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Loire Valley Chateaux

The historic heart of France, known for its Renaissance castles tucked between lush forests and vineyards.

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Paris Skyline

On clear days, the distant silhouette of the Eiffel Tower and La Défense may be visible to the east.

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Ardennes Foothills

The rolling green landscapes and dense forests stretching across the Belgian-German border.

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Rhine Industrial Valley

The sprawling industrial landscape of the Lower Rhine region as you descend toward Weeze.

The right side is ideal for afternoon flights to avoid direct sunlight. Keep an eye out early in the flight for the rugged Basque coastline. During the descent, this side provides a better view of the industrial infrastructure of the Ruhr area located to the east of the airport.

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Route Information

Distance: 1,175 km (730 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 34 min

Departure: SDR (43.427101135253906, -3.82000994682312)

Arrival: NRN (51.6024017334, 6.14216995239)

Route Type: International

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