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TNG โ BCN
Which side of the plane to sit from Ibn Batouta Airport (Tanger) to Barcelona International Airport (Barcelona)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a continuous panorama of the Spanish coastline and the dramatic Betic Cordillera mountain ranges, providing a diverse mix of urban landscapes and rugged terrain.
Tangier & Strait
Direct views of the Tangier coastline and the narrow gateway where the Atlantic meets the Mediterranean.
Sierra Nevada
Spectacular sight of mainland Spain's highest peaks, often snow-capped even into early summer.
Costa del Sol
Clear aerial views of the dense urban stretches of Marbella and Mรกlaga against the turquoise sea.
Valencia & Albufera
A beautiful view of the City of Arts and Sciences and the large freshwater lagoon to the south.
Montserrat Massif
Distinctive jagged mountain peaks visible during the descent into Barcelona's airspace.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. This side provides the best perspective of the Sierra Nevada mountains during mid-flight. For landing, if the aircraft approaches BCN from the south over land, you will get an excellent view of the city's grid layout and Tibidabo hill.
The Rock of Gibraltar
An iconic view of the limestone monolith and the airport runway that crosses the border.
Alboran Sea
Vibrant deep blue waters often dotted with large cargo ships transiting the strait.
Balearic Islands
On clear days, the silhouettes of Ibiza and Formentera appear on the eastern horizon.
Port of Barcelona
Aerial perspective of one of Europe's busiest cruise and container ports during final approach.
The right side is ideal for catching the sunset over the Mediterranean on late afternoon flights. Keep a sharp eye out shortly after takeoff for a unique view of Gibraltar. During the 'sea approach' landing at BCN, this side provides the best view of the W Hotel and the Barceloneta beaches.
Distance: 931 km (578 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 33 min
Departure: TNG (35.726898193400004, -5.916890144349999)
Arrival: BCN (41.2971, 2.07846)
Route Type: International
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