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VLC → SCQ
Which side of the plane to sit from Valencia Airport (Valencia) to Santiago de Compostela Airport (Santiago)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers more dramatic views of the transition between the arid Meseta and the lush, mountainous landscapes of Northern Spain, including a superior perspective of the Sierra de Guadarrama and the Sil River canyons.
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Serranía de Cuenca
Rugged limestone formations and deep ravines visible shortly after reaching cruising altitude.
Sierra de Guadarrama
Excellent views of the snowy peaks of Peñalara and the rugged granite crests north of Madrid.
Picos de Europa
On clear days, the jagged white skyline of the Cantabrian Mountains is visible to the far North.
Ribeira Sacra & Sil Canyon
Breathtaking views of the deep, steep-walled canyons of the Sil River just before the approach to SCQ.
Choose the right side for the most iconic mountain views. For the best photography of the Sil Canyon, try to book a mid-day flight when the sun illuminates the bottom of the ravines. Watch for the sharp contrast between the dry plains and the green mountains of the north.
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Utiel-Requena Vineyards
Expansive grid-like patterns of the Valencian wine region shortly after departure from VLC.
Sierra de Gredos
Distant views of the high granite peaks in the Sistema Central range as you cross the Meseta.
Minho River Valley
The winding river that forms the natural border between Spain and Portugal during the final descent phase.
Galician Forests
Dense, vibrant green eucalyptus and pine forests that define the wet Atlantic landscape near Santiago.
Sit here if flying in the morning to avoid direct sun glare. While slightly less dramatic than the right, it offers a great perspective of the vast Spanish plateau transitioning into the rolling hills of southern Galicia.
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Get eSIMs for SpainDistance: 764 km (475 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 16 min
Departure: VLC (39.4893, -0.481625)
Arrival: SCQ (42.89630126953125, -8.415140151977539)
Route Type: Domestic
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