San Carlos De Bariloch to Madrid is 7,052 miles (11,349 km), a flight of about 13 hours 30 minutes.
The takeoff scenery from Bariloche—the dramatic Andes peaks and pristine Patagonian lakes—is more visually striking than Madrid's landing approach. Left-side seats capture the most memorable portion of this long transatlantic flight.
Flight Path
The flight path crosses the South Atlantic, passing over the Brazilian coast (Amazon Delta and Atlantic coastline visible during departure phase), then crosses the Atlantic with no significant landmarks for 8+ hours. Upon approaching Europe, the flight passes over Portugal's Atlantic coast and the Iberian Peninsula interior before reaching Madrid. The most notable midpoint geography includes the Amazon Delta region (if visible during initial departure climb), the vast Atlantic Ocean, and the Portuguese coast near Lisbon (if on final approach vector).
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from BRC
LEFTLeft-side seats offer views of the Andes mountain range immediately west of Bariloche, with the dramatic peaks of Cerro Campanario and Cerro Otto rising directly over the wing during climb-out. Right side faces inland toward relatively flat terrain.
Landing at MAD
RIGHTRight-side seats provide views of the Iberian Plateau and the approach corridor into Madrid from the southwest. As the aircraft descends toward Barajas, right-side passengers see the sprawling urban development of Madrid's metropolitan area and the Manzanares River valley, while left side faces less distinctive terrain.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from San Carlos De Bariloche (BRC) to Barajas (MAD)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from San Carlos De Bariloch to Madrid. The takeoff scenery from Bariloche—the dramatic Andes peaks and pristine Patagonian lakes—is more visually striking than Madrid's landing approach. Left-side seats capture the most memorable portion of this long transatlantic flight.
What can I see during takeoff from San Carlos De Bariloche in San Carlos De Bariloch?
During takeoff from San Carlos De Bariloche (BRC), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left-side seats offer views of the Andes mountain range immediately west of Bariloche, with the dramatic peaks of Cerro Campanario and Cerro Otto rising directly over the wing during climb-out. Right side faces inland toward relatively flat terrain. Notable sights include: Cerro Campanario, Cerro Otto, Lago Nahuel Huapi, Andes foothills.
What can I see when landing at Barajas in Madrid?
When landing at Barajas (MAD), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right-side seats provide views of the Iberian Plateau and the approach corridor into Madrid from the southwest. As the aircraft descends toward Barajas, right-side passengers see the sprawling urban development of Madrid's metropolitan area and the Manzanares River valley, while left side faces less distinctive terrain. Notable sights include: Madrid city center and sprawl, Manzanares River, Iberian Plateau, Sierra de Guadarrama (distant).
How long is the flight from San Carlos De Bariloch to Madrid?
The flight from San Carlos De Bariloche (BRC) to Barajas (MAD) takes about 13 hours 30 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 7,052 miles (11,349 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the San Carlos De Bariloch to Madrid flight path pass over?
The flight path crosses the South Atlantic, passing over the Brazilian coast (Amazon Delta and Atlantic coastline visible during departure phase), then crosses the Atlantic with no significant landmarks for 8+ hours. Upon approaching Europe, the flight passes over Portugal's Atlantic coast and the Iberian Peninsula interior before reaching Madrid. The most notable midpoint geography includes the Amazon Delta region (if visible during initial departure climb), the vast Atlantic Ocean, and the Portuguese coast near Lisbon (if on final approach vector).