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Our Recommendation
8.5

Left Side of the Plane

The left side provides the most iconic views of the Spanish landscape, including the distinctive jagged peaks of Montserrat and the sprawling urban grid of Barcelona city during the final descent.

Left Side Highlights
8.5
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Peñafiel Castle

Early in the flight, look for this ship-shaped medieval fortress perched on a hill above the Duero river.

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Moncayo Massif

The highest peak in the Iberian System often remains snow-capped well into spring, visible to the north.

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Montserrat Mountain

The unmistakable multi-peaked sawtooth rock formation is a highlight just before beginning the descent into BCN.

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Barcelona Eixample

On approach to runway 24R, you get a perfect view of the octagonal city blocks and the Sagrada Família.

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Camp Nou Stadium

The massive FC Barcelona stadium is clearly visible as the aircraft maneuvers over the city's western districts.

Select a window seat ahead of the wing for unobstructed views of the Pyrenees in the far distance and the city layout. On clear days, the morning light illuminates the Meseta plateau beautifully without creating glare on the window.

Right Side Highlights
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Ribera del Duero

Aerial views of the prestigious wine-growing region with its characteristic geometric vineyard patterns.

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Los Monegros Steppe

A unique, arid desert-like landscape in Aragon that provides a striking contrast to the green river valleys.

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Garraf Coastline

As the plane turns for its final approach, you can see the white limestone cliffs and turquoise waters of Sitges.

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Port of Barcelona

Excellent views of the logistics hub, container terminals, and large cruise ships docked near the city center.

The right side is superior if the airport is operating with a sea-approach (Runway 06L), offering a panoramic view of the Mediterranean coastline. Be mindful of the sun's position during afternoon flights, as it can be quite intense on this side of the cabin.

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Route Information

Distance: 579 km (360 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 58 min

Departure: VLL (41.7061004639, -4.85194015503)

Arrival: BCN (41.2971, 2.07846)

Route Type: Domestic

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