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Our Recommendation
8.8

Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers a superior view of the high Swiss Alps, the volcanic Massif Central in France, and the stunning Barcelona city skyline during the final approach into El Prat.

Right Side Highlights
8.8
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Sudetes Mountains

Crossing the Krkonoše range on the border between Poland and Czechia shortly after reaching cruising altitude.

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Prague

A distinctive aerial view of the 'City of a Hundred Spires' and the winding Vltava River.

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Swiss Alps

Spectacular, close-up views of iconic snow-capped peaks including the Mont Blanc massif and the Jungfrau region.

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Massif Central

The unique, ancient volcanic terrain and plateaus of south-central France as the flight moves toward the Pyrenees.

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Barcelona Skyline

Unmatched views of the Eixample district's grid, the Sagrada Família, and Montjuïc hill during the standard approach to Runway 24R.

This side is highly recommended for late afternoon flights to catch the 'Golden Hour' over the Alps. For the best chance to see the city of Barcelona on arrival, ensure you are seated behind the wing for an unobstructed view as the plane turns toward the airport over the sea.

Left Side Highlights
7.5
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Tatra Mountains

Distant but clear views of the highest peaks of the Carpathians on the Polish-Slovak border shortly after takeoff.

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The Danube River

Scenic curves of Europe's second-longest river as the flight path passes near Vienna and Bratislava.

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Eastern Alps

Glaciers and rugged peaks of the Austrian and Italian ranges, often visible under clear skies.

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Gulf of Lion

The sweeping curve of the southern French coastline and the transition from land to the Mediterranean Sea.

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Mediterranean Horizon

A vast, deep blue expanse as the aircraft aligns for the final descent toward the Iberian Peninsula.

Choose this side for morning flights to avoid direct sun glare. It provides an excellent perspective of the coastline as you enter Spanish airspace, especially when the aircraft follows the coastal arrival routes. Look out for the Balearic Sea horizon in the final 20 minutes of the flight.

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Route Information

Distance: 1,870 km (1,162 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 30 min

Departure: WAW (52.1656990051, 20.9671001434)

Arrival: BCN (41.2971, 2.07846)

Route Type: International

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