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YYZ → BCN
Which side of the plane to sit from Lester B. Pearson International Airport (Toronto) to Barcelona International Airport (Barcelona)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior views of the Toronto skyline on departure and a more scenic approach into Barcelona, featuring the Pyrenees mountains and the Mediterranean coastline.
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Toronto Skyline
Spectacular views of the CN Tower and Lake Ontario immediately after takeoff from YYZ.
Bay of Biscay
The dramatic meeting of the Atlantic Ocean and the northern coast of Spain near San Sebastian.
The Pyrenees
A breathtaking crossing of the snow-capped mountain range that forms the natural border between France and Spain.
Montserrat
The iconic serrated mountain and monastery near Barcelona visible during the final descent.
Catalan Coastline
Panoramic views of the Mediterranean Sea and the urban sprawl of Barcelona just before touchdown.
The right side is ideal for the arrival into BCN, as planes often bank over the sea and turn back toward the city, providing a full view of the beach and the Sagrada Família. To avoid the wing obscuring the Pyrenees, select a seat either well in front of or behind the wing. This side also stays in the shadow during the morning arrival, providing better lighting for photos of the terrain.
Book Hotels in BarcelonaSt. Lawrence Seaway
Aerial views of the massive waterway and the surrounding Quebec landscape during the initial hours of flight.
Newfoundland Coast
Rugged, icy cliffs and deep fjords of the Canadian Maritimes if the northern Great Circle track is taken.
Southern Ireland
First sightings of Europe often include the emerald green fields and jagged coast of Cork or Kerry.
French Countryside
Orderly patches of farmland and vineyards as the plane crosses over Western France toward the border.
Northern Sunrise
A vibrant sunrise over the Atlantic horizon, though it may be intense and necessitate closing the window shade.
Be prepared for bright sunlight during the morning hours as you approach Europe; the sun will be directly on this side, making photography difficult without a filter. If the flight path is more northerly, watch for potential glimpses of the southern tip of Greenland during the summer months when daylight is extended.
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Get eSIMs for SpainDistance: 6,418 km (3,988 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 7 hrs 33 min
Departure: YYZ (43.6772003174, -79.63059997559999)
Arrival: BCN (41.2971, 2.07846)
Route Type: International
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