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TXL → MAD
Which side of the plane to sit from Berlin-Tegel Airport (Berlin) to Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (Madrid)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a stunning vantage point for Berlin's city center on departure and provides a closer look at the highest peaks of the Pyrenees when entering Spanish airspace.
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Berlin City Center
Panoramic views of the Fernsehturm, Reichstag, and Tiergarten shortly after takeoff from Tegel.
The Black Forest
Dense evergreen canopies and rolling hills as the flight crosses into Southwestern Germany.
High Pyrenees
Dramatic snow-capped ridges and deep glacial valleys during the crossing from France into Spain.
Ebro River
The winding path of Spain's most voluminous river cutting through the arid landscape of Aragon.
Madrid Skyline
Excellent views of the Cuatro Torres Business Area and the city's urban sprawl on the final approach.
Sit on the left for the best chance to see the Berlin TV Tower during departure. During the mid-flight crossing of the Pyrenees, look for Pico Aneto, the highest point in the range. Afternoon flights provide excellent lighting for the mountains without the glare of the southern sun.
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Potsdam
The historic palaces and manicured gardens of Sanssouci visible on the outskirts of Berlin.
Massif Central
The ancient volcanic plateaus and rugged terrain of south-central France.
Bay of Biscay
Distal views of the Atlantic coastline visible as the plane nears the Spanish border.
Sierra de Guadarrama
The jagged granite peaks of the mountain range protecting Madrid from the north.
T4 Architecture
The iconic undulating yellow-roofed Terminal 4 of Madrid-Barajas during the landing sequence.
The right side is ideal for capturing the sunset over the Atlantic if flying late in the day. Keep an eye out for the distinctive volcanic shapes in France. If the wind is from the south, the right side gets a spectacular view of the Guadarrama mountains during the descent into Madrid.
Book Hotels in MadridDistance: 1,854 km (1,152 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 28 min
Departure: TXL (52.5597, 13.2877)
Arrival: MAD (40.471926, -3.56264)
Route Type: International
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