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TLS → MAD
Which side of the plane to sit from Toulouse-Blagnac Airport (Toulouse) to Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (Madrid)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior view of the high central Pyrenees peaks shortly after departure and provides a more direct view of the Henares Valley during the final approach into Madrid.
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Toulouse Skyline
A beautiful view of the 'Pink City' and the Garonne River immediately after takeoff.
Central Pyrenees
Breathtaking views of the highest peaks, including Aneto and the Maladeta Massif.
Embalse de Yesa
The turquoise waters of this large reservoir are often visible as you enter Spanish airspace.
Aragon Plains
The vast, geometric patterns of the agricultural fields in the Ebro river basin.
Guadalajara
A clear view of this historic city just before the final descent into Barajas.
For morning flights, the left side is essential to avoid direct sun glare. Watch the window approximately 15 minutes after takeoff for the most dramatic mountain scenery. During winter, the snow cover on the Pyrenees is spectacular and best viewed from this side.
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Garonne Valley
Follow the winding path of the Garonne river as the aircraft climbs toward the border.
Western Pyrenees
Views of the rugged Vignemale and the limestone cliffs of Monte Perdido.
Bardenas Reales
The semi-desert natural park with its unique clay formations can often be spotted to the west.
Sierra de Guadarrama
The high mountain range that separates Madrid from the northern plains of Castile.
The right side is perfect for evening flights to catch the sunset over the Spanish Meseta. As you cross the border, notice the dramatic change in landscape from the lush green of France to the arid, ochre tones of central Spain.
Book Hotels in MadridDistance: 537 km (334 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 54 min
Departure: TLS (43.629101, 1.36382)
Arrival: MAD (40.471926, -3.56264)
Route Type: International
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