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VLC → GVA
Which side of the plane to sit from Valencia Airport (Valencia) to Geneva Cointrin International Airport (Geneva)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a spectacular front-row seat to the French Alps and the iconic Mont Blanc, complemented by stunning coastal views of Barcelona and the Mediterranean coastline.
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Barcelona Skyline
Clear views of the Eixample grid, Sagrada Família, and the Olympic Port as you fly north.
Costa Brava
The rugged, rocky coastline and turquoise coves of the Catalan shore.
Gulf of Lion
A sweeping perspective of the Mediterranean coast where Spain meets France.
The French Alps
A dramatic panorama of snow-capped peaks as you approach the Swiss border.
Mont Blanc
The highest peak in the Alps is often visible on the horizon during the descent.
Lake Geneva (Lac Léman)
The iconic crescent-shaped lake and the Jet d'Eau fountain if the approach path permits.
Sit on the right side for the ultimate Alpine experience. To see Mont Blanc, choose a seat behind the wing to ensure an unobstructed view of the horizon. Afternoon flights provide excellent lighting on the mountain peaks. On a clear day, the contrast between the blue Mediterranean and the white Alps is world-class.
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Valencia Cityscape
Aerial views of the City of Arts and Sciences and the Turia riverbed park immediately after takeoff.
Ebro Delta
The distinctive bird-foot shape of the Ebro River's mouth as it flows into the Mediterranean.
Occitanie Interior
The rolling hills and historic towns of southern France, including potential distant views of Carcassonne.
Massif Central
The rugged volcanic plateaus and ancient peaks of south-central France.
Jura Mountains
Dense forests and limestone ridges visible during the final descent into Geneva.
The left side is preferable for morning flights to avoid direct sunlight and glare. It provides a better view of the Spanish coastline's interior geography. For the approach into GVA, this side often sees the Jura mountains clearly as the plane aligns with the runway.
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Get eSIMs for SwitzerlandDistance: 922 km (573 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 32 min
Departure: VLC (39.4893, -0.481625)
Arrival: GVA (46.23809814453125, 6.108950138092041)
Route Type: International
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