To MAD?
Tip: Sit on the left side for landing.
During a typical northern approach, the left side offers an excellent vantage point of the historic city center and the sprawling urban landscape before the final descent over the Jarama river valley.
During a typical northern approach, the left side offers an excellent vantage point of the historic city center and the sprawling urban landscape before the final descent over the Jarama river valley.
The right side offers a superior vantage point for the departure over Valletta's historic harbors, a glimpse of the Sardinian coast, and the most iconic views of the Balearic Islands and the Spanish Mediterranean shoreline.
The right side provides a superior vantage point for the scenic French Atlantic coastline, the world-renowned vineyards of Bordeaux, and the dramatic transition from the lush Western Pyrenees into the arid Spanish plateau.
The left side provides a superior viewing experience for this route, featuring a clear look at Liverpool's waterfront upon departure and the most direct views of the Madrid skyline and the Sierra de Guadarrama mountains during the descent into Barajas.
The right side offers a spectacular vantage point for the Valencian coastline, the Albufera lagoon, and a more direct view of the Madrid skyline during the standard approach patterns into Barajas.
The right side offers a more intimate look at the dramatic peaks of the Cantabrian Mountains and the rugged Sierra de Guadarrama, culminating in a spectacular view of Madrid's high-rise skyline on the descent.
The right side offers a superior mix of coastal geography and iconic French landscapes, including potential views of the Wadden Sea, Paris, and the Bay of Biscay.
The left side offers a superior vantage point for the dramatic Tejo estuary upon departure and the snow-capped peaks of the Sistema Central mountain ranges during the approach into Madrid.
The right side is favored for this route as it typically passes close to the Balearic Islands, offering stunning views of Ibiza's coastline, followed by a scenic entry over the city of Valencia and the rugged mountains of eastern Spain.
The right side offers a superior mix of coastal views over France, the world-famous Bordeaux vineyards, and a stunning approach over the Sierra de Guadarrama mountains before landing in Madrid.
The left side provides a superior view of the sprawling city of Valencia and the distinct geometric rice paddies of the Albufera Nature Park, alongside the southern Balearic coast.
The right side offers a superior view of the Balearic Islands, the Mediterranean coastline of Valencia, and a sweeping panoramic view of the Madrid metropolitan area upon approach.
The left side provides a more dramatic perspective of the central Pyrenees peaks and usually offers a superior view of the Madrid skyline and the Sierra de Guadarrama during the final approach.