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TRN → MAD
Which side of the plane to sit from Turin Airport (Torino) to Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (Madrid)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a front-row seat to the most dramatic terrain, including the high peaks of the French Alps (Ecrins), a direct traverse of the central Pyrenees, and the rugged Sierra de Guadarrama on approach to Madrid.
Ecrins National Park
Stunning views of the high French Alps, including glaciers and the 4,102m Barre des Écrins.
Massif Central
The ancient volcanic plateaus and rugged green landscapes of south-central France.
The High Pyrenees
A spectacular crossing of the snow-capped border peaks separating France and Spain.
Ebro Valley
The winding Ebro River and the vast, arid agricultural plains of the Aragon region.
Sierra de Guadarrama
Dense pine forests and rocky summits of the mountain range protecting Madrid from the north.
The right side is superior for mountain lovers. For the best lighting on the Alps and Pyrenees, choose a morning flight to have the sun behind you. Ensure you have a window seat clear of the wing for the Pyrenees crossing, which is the flight's scenic peak.
Turin Cityscape
Excellent views of the Po River and the geometric street grid of downtown Turin immediately after takeoff.
Gulf of Lion
Panoramic views of the Mediterranean coastline stretching from Marseille toward the Spanish border.
Montserrat Massif
The distinctive, serrated peaks of the Montserrat mountain range visible as you enter Spanish airspace.
Madrid Financial District
On many approaches, you can see the 'Cuatro Torres' skyscrapers standing tall above the Madrid skyline.
Sit on the left if you are flying in the late afternoon to see the Mediterranean glinting in the sun. It also offers better views of the city of Madrid if the aircraft approaches from the north and lands facing south (Runway 18).
Distance: 1,053 km (654 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 24 min
Departure: TRN (45.200802, 7.64963)
Arrival: MAD (40.471926, -3.56264)
Route Type: International
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