The left side wins because the cruise phase offers glimpses of the Alpine foothills over southern Germany and Switzerland, followed by a dramatic descent over the Mediterranean into Palma with the city, harbor, and Tramuntana mountains all visible — a far richer sequence than the flat plains and open water seen from the right.
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Flight Path
Berlin to Palma De Mallorca is 1,023 miles (1,646 km), a flight of about 2 hours 35 minutes.
Alpine foothills near the Swiss-German border, the Rhône corridor, and the Gulf of Lion before crossing the open Mediterranean toward Mallorca
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from BER
RIGHTDeparting BER on runway 24 toward the WSW, the initial turn onto the southbound track puts Berlin's southern lakes and forested outskirts (like the Teltow Canal and Zeuthener See) briefly in view on the right, while the left side mostly shows flat Brandenburg farmland with no distinguishing features.
Landing at PMI
LEFTOn approach into PMI, arrivals typically curve over the Bay of Palma before lining up on the southwest-facing runway, giving left-side passengers a sweeping view of Palma's cathedral, harbor, and old town with the Serra de Tramuntana mountains rising along the coastline behind the city.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Berlin Brandenburg (BER) to Palma De Mallorca (PMI)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Berlin to Palma De Mallorca. The left side wins because the cruise phase offers glimpses of the Alpine foothills over southern Germany and Switzerland, followed by a dramatic descent over the Mediterranean into Palma with the city, harbor, and Tramuntana mountains all visible — a far richer sequence than the flat plains and open water seen from the right.
What can I see during takeoff from Berlin Brandenburg in Berlin?
During takeoff from Berlin Brandenburg (BER), sit on the Right side for the best views. Departing BER on runway 24 toward the WSW, the initial turn onto the southbound track puts Berlin's southern lakes and forested outskirts (like the Teltow Canal and Zeuthener See) briefly in view on the right, while the left side mostly shows flat Brandenburg farmland with no distinguishing features. Notable sights include: Teltow Canal, Zeuthener See, Brandenburg forest patches, southern Berlin suburbs.
What can I see when landing at Palma De Mallorca in Palma De Mallorca?
When landing at Palma De Mallorca (PMI), sit on the Left side for the best views. On approach into PMI, arrivals typically curve over the Bay of Palma before lining up on the southwest-facing runway, giving left-side passengers a sweeping view of Palma's cathedral, harbor, and old town with the Serra de Tramuntana mountains rising along the coastline behind the city. Notable sights include: Palma Cathedral (La Seu), Bay of Palma, Palma Marina, Serra de Tramuntana foothills.
How long is the flight from Berlin to Palma De Mallorca?
The flight from Berlin Brandenburg (BER) to Palma De Mallorca (PMI) takes about 2 hours 35 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 1,023 miles (1,646 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Berlin to Palma De Mallorca flight path pass over?
Alpine foothills near the Swiss-German border, the Rhône corridor, and the Gulf of Lion before crossing the open Mediterranean toward Mallorca