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VIE → MAD
Which side of the plane to sit from Vienna International Airport (Vienna) to Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (Madrid)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior sequence of the main Alpine chain and the Mediterranean coastline before entering Spanish airspace.
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Austrian Alps
Panoramic views of snow-capped peaks shortly after departure from Vienna.
Swiss-Italian Alps
Distant views of the Matterhorn and Mont Blanc massifs across the horizon.
Golfe du Lion
The shimmering blue of the Mediterranean Sea appearing as you cross Southern France.
Costa Brava
The dramatic junction where the Pyrenees mountains meet the Mediterranean Sea.
Spanish Meseta
The stark, beautiful arid landscape of central Spain during the final descent.
For morning flights, the left side receives direct sunlight, which is great for seeing the Alps but can cause glare; afternoon flights offer more balanced lighting. Look for the change from green mountains to golden plains as you cross the border.
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Lake Constance
Stunning views of the massive glacial lake shared by three nations.
Auvergne Volcanoes
The unique, rounded silhouettes of extinct volcanoes in central France.
Central Pyrenees
Direct overhead views of the highest summits in the range, including Pico Aneto.
Sierra de Guadarrama
The rugged granite mountain range that forms a natural barrier north of Madrid.
Madrid Skyscrapers
A clear view of the Cuatro Torres business district if approaching from the north.
The right side is ideal for photography enthusiasts as it faces north, avoiding direct sun glare for most of the flight. If the aircraft lands on the southern runways, you will get a panoramic view of the entire city skyline on this side.
Book Hotels in MadridDistance: 1,806 km (1,122 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 24 min
Departure: VIE (48.110298156738, 16.569700241089002)
Arrival: MAD (40.471926, -3.56264)
Route Type: International
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