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Which side of the plane to sit from Stuttgart Airport (Stuttgart) to Málaga Airport (Malaga)?

Our Recommendation
8.5

Left Side of the Plane

The left side offers a superior panoramic experience, featuring distant views of the snow-capped Swiss Alps, the stunning Mediterranean coastline of Spain, and the majestic Sierra Nevada mountains during the descent.

Left Side Highlights
8.5
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The Black Forest

Lush evergreen canopies and rolling hills of the Schwarzwald visible shortly after departure from Stuttgart.

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Swiss Alps Panorama

On clear days, the jagged peaks of the Bernese Oberland are visible on the southern horizon over the Swiss border.

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Balearic Sea

The deep turquoise waters of the Mediterranean come into view as the flight crosses the Spanish coastline.

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Costa Blanca

Aerial perspectives of the white sandy beaches and the distinctive skyline of Benidorm.

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Sierra Nevada Mountains

The highest peaks of mainland Spain, often covered in snow until early summer, provide a dramatic backdrop before landing.

Book a window seat in the morning to avoid the glare of the southern sun. Look out for the snow-capped Mulhacén peak about 20 minutes before landing. In winter, the contrast between the snowy mountains and the Mediterranean blue is spectacular.

Right Side Highlights
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Vosges & Jura

Rugged mountain terrain of eastern France and the border of Switzerland visible during the initial cruise phase.

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The Pyrenees

A spectacular crossing of the natural border between France and Spain, featuring high-altitude glacial valleys.

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Spanish Meseta

The vast, golden-hued high plateau of central Spain with its unique agricultural patterns.

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Andalusian Olive Groves

Endless geometric patterns of silver-green olive trees as the plane descends into the heart of Andalusia.

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Málaga Cityscape

A great view of the Port of Málaga and the historic city center during the final approach into AGP airport.

This side is ideal for evening flights to catch the sunset over the Iberian Peninsula. During the final approach, keep your camera ready for the contrast of the dry inland mountains and the urban sprawl of the Costa del Sol.

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Route Information

Distance: 1,739 km (1,081 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 19 min

Departure: STR (48.6898994446, 9.22196006775)

Arrival: AGP (36.67490005493164, -4.499110221862793)

Route Type: International

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