Loading map...
TKU β ALC
Which side of the plane to sit from Turku Airport (Turku) to Alicante International Airport (Alicante)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers spectacular views of the Finnish Archipelago at takeoff, a traverse over the core of the Alps, and a scenic approach over the Mediterranean toward the Costa Blanca.
Archipelago Sea
Immediately after takeoff from Turku, witness thousands of small islands and skerries dotting the Baltic Sea.
The Alps
Depending on the specific airway, the left side usually provides a deeper view into the high peaks of the Austrian and Swiss Alps.
Ligurian Coast
Catch glimpses of the Italian and French Riviera as the flight moves from Central Europe toward the Mediterranean.
Balearic Islands
As you descend, you may spot the silhouettes of Ibiza and Formentera in the distance to the east.
Alicante Bay
During the final approach, the left side often looks out over the Mediterranean before banking toward the runway.
Book an afternoon flight to avoid direct glare from the sun, which will be on the left during the morning. The view of the Archipelago right after takeoff is best in summer when the sun is high. Watch for the dramatic transition from the snow-capped Alps to the blue Mediterranean waters about 2.5 hours into the flight.
Gotland & Γland
Large Swedish islands visible as the flight tracks south through the Baltic corridor.
Central European Plains
Expansive views of German or Polish agriculture and urban centers like Berlin or Prague depending on the route.
Pyrenees Mountains
A distant but impressive view of the mountain range separating France and the Iberian Peninsula.
Gulf of Valencia
As the plane follows the Spanish coastline, see the vast orange groves and the city of Valencia.
Benidorm Skyline
The 'Manhattan of Spain' is clearly visible with its high-rise hotels just before the descent into Alicante.
The right side is ideal for morning flights as it stays in the shade. It offers the best land-based views of the Spanish coast. Keep an eye out for the unique skyscraper skyline of Benidorm approximately 15 minutes before landing. Seasonal tip: in winter, the low sun on the right during late afternoon can provide a beautiful 'golden hour' glow over the Spanish mountains.
Distance: 2,940 km (1,827 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 55 min
Departure: TKU (60.514099121094, 22.262800216675)
Arrival: ALC (38.28219985961914, -0.5581560134887695)
Route Type: International
Thank you for booking your travels through our travel partners. The commissions from your bookings keep this site running.