Passengers on the right side will see the Bay of Santander and the city skyline as the aircraft climbs away from the coast toward the west.
The right side offers a more intimate look at the dramatic peaks of the Cantabrian Mountains and the rugged Sierra de Guadarrama, culminating in a spectacular view of Madrid's high-rise skyline on the descent.
The left side provides a superior scenic experience, featuring the immediate beauty of Santander's bay, distant views of the Pyrenees, and the dramatic coastline of northern Mallorca upon arrival.
The right side offers a superior mix of scenic departures from the Spanish coast, potential distant views of the Paris skyline, and a more interesting approach into the industrial heart of Wallonia.
The right side offers a more consistent view of the varied Spanish landscape, from the initial departure over the emerald coast to the vast, colorful geometric patterns of the Castilian Meseta and the rugged transition into Andalusia.
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.