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VIE → VLC
Which side of the plane to sit from Vienna International Airport (Vienna) to Valencia Airport (Valencia)?
Right Side of the Plane
The Right Side (Starboard) is generally superior for this route as it offers a more direct view of the high Alpine peaks, the dramatic transition from the French coast to the Pyrenees foothills, and avoids the direct glare of the southern sun during afternoon flights.
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Vienna Woods
Lush green landscapes of the Wienerwald immediately after departing Vienna International Airport.
Hohe Tauern
Spectacular views of the main Alpine ridge, including glaciers and Austria's highest peak, the Grossglockner.
Mont Blanc Massif
On clear days, the snow-capped roof of Europe is visible in the distance across the French-Swiss border.
Marseille & Rhone Delta
View the historic port city of Marseille and the unique wetlands of the Camargue where the Rhone meets the sea.
Costa Brava
The rugged, beautiful coastline of northern Spain, where the mountains meet the Mediterranean sea.
This side provides the best photographic lighting for afternoon departures, as the sun will be behind the aircraft. The Alpine portion occurs within the first 45 minutes of the flight; keep your camera ready. During the descent into Valencia, you may see the inland Spanish mountains and the Albufera Natural Park if the pilot approaches from the west.
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Vienna Basin
Broad views of the Austrian capital's southern suburbs and the edge of the Pannonian Plain shortly after takeoff.
The Dolomites
Distant but sharp views of the jagged limestone peaks in Northern Italy as the flight heads southwest.
Ligurian Sea
A stunning vista of the deep blue Mediterranean as the aircraft crosses the coastline near Genoa.
Monaco and Nice
Aerial views of the French Riviera's densest urban areas and the shimmering azure waters of the Cote d'Azur.
Gulf of Valencia
The final approach often follows the coastline, offering views of the Mediterranean horizon before turning inland.
On morning flights, expect significant glare from the sun as it sits in the southeast. This side is ideal for seeing the Mediterranean horizon and the northern parts of Corsica if the flight path is slightly more southerly. Look for the reflection of the sun on the water as you cross the Gulf of Lion.
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Get eSIMs for SpainDistance: 1,665 km (1,035 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 13 min
Departure: VIE (48.110298156738, 16.569700241089002)
Arrival: VLC (39.4893, -0.481625)
Route Type: International
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