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XRY β BCN
Which side of the plane to sit from Jerez Airport (Jerez) to Barcelona International Airport (Barcelona)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior mix of the sparkling Mediterranean coastline, the unique Delta de l'Ebre, and typically the best views of the Barcelona skyline during the final approach.
Mediterranean Coast
Continuous views of the azure Balearic Sea and the golden beaches of the Costa Blanca and Costa Dorada.
Sierra Nevada
Distant but visible views of mainland Spain's highest peaks, often capped with snow during winter and spring.
Delta de l'Ebre
The unique bird-foot shaped wetland where the Ebro River meets the Mediterranean Sea.
Barcelona Cityscape
Stunning views of the Olympic Port, the W Hotel, and the Eixample grid during final approach.
The right side is generally the scenic winner for this route. Sit behind the wing for the best view of the coastline. For the most iconic view of Barcelona city and the Sagrada Familia, the right side is preferred when the flight approaches from the south or performs a sea-based landing pattern.
Guadalquivir Valley
Expansive agricultural landscapes and olive groves characteristic of the Andalusian interior.
Sierra Morena
Rugged mountain ridges that separate the southern plains from the central Spanish plateau.
La Mancha Plains
The iconic flatlands of central Spain, famous for windmills and vast, geometric vineyards.
Montserrat
Distinctive jagged, saw-toothed mountain peaks visible shortly before the descent into Barcelona.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid the sun glare. It provides a better perspective of the diverse geological transitions of the Spanish interior. Keep an eye out for the rugged landscape of Montserrat as you approach the destination.
Distance: 866 km (538 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 27 min
Departure: XRY (36.74459838867188, -6.060110092163086)
Arrival: BCN (41.2971, 2.07846)
Route Type: Domestic
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