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WAW → MAD
Which side of the plane to sit from Warsaw Chopin Airport (Warsaw) to Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (Madrid)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides an unparalleled view of the majestic Alpine range, the high peaks of the Pyrenees, and the urban sprawl of Madrid during the final approach.
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Warsaw Skyline
Aerial view of the Palace of Culture and Science and the growing cluster of skyscrapers shortly after takeoff from WAW.
The High Alps
Breathtaking views of the Swiss and French Alps, including the snow-capped massif of Mont Blanc in the distance.
Rhône Valley
The winding Rhône River and the famous vineyards of southeastern France as the flight heads toward the Mediterranean coast.
Eastern Pyrenees
Dramatic crossing into Spain over the high, rugged ridges of the Pyrenees mountain range.
Madrid Business District
The iconic Cuatro Torres Business Area skyscrapers are often visible on the left during the descent into Barajas.
Book a window seat on the left for morning flights to enjoy the sun illuminating the Alps from the south without looking directly into the sun. During the winter months, the snow-covered Pyrenees are particularly striking. Keep your camera ready about 2 hours into the flight for the best mountain views.
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Vistula River
Views of the longest river in Poland winding through the Masovian plains near Warsaw.
Lake Constance
A glimpse of the vast 'Bodensee' situated at the intersection of Germany, Switzerland, and Austria.
Massif Central
The unique landscape of extinct volcanoes and deep gorges in central France.
Sierra de Guadarrama
The pine-covered mountain range north of Madrid, visible just before the final touchdown.
The right side is ideal for late afternoon flights to catch the 'Golden Hour' light hitting the French countryside. It offers a more expansive view of the interior Spanish plateau (Meseta) and is generally better for avoiding direct glare if flying during the middle of the day.
Book Hotels in MadridDistance: 2,271 km (1,411 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 2 min
Departure: WAW (52.1656990051, 20.9671001434)
Arrival: MAD (40.471926, -3.56264)
Route Type: International
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