Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Madrid to Ibiza. Right side wins overall because the takeoff view of the Sierra de Guadarrama and Madrid's geography is more dramatic and sustained than the landing approach. However, if you prioritize the landing view, left side offers equally compelling coastal scenery into Ibiza.

During takeoff from Barajas (MAD), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right side captures the initial climb-out over Madrid's urban sprawl and the Sierra de Guadarrama to the north. Depending on runway (typically 32L/R or 01L/R), northbound departures offer the best view of the mountain range's snow-capped peaks in winter and the city's northern districts receding below. Notable sights include: Sierra de Guadarrama (north), Madrid city center and Retiro Park district (south/southwest), Tagus River valley (west), Barajas airport complex (immediate ground reference).

When landing at Ibiza (IBZ), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left side provides superior views during descent into Ibiza. The approach typically uses runways 06/24, and leftward seating captures the Balearic Sea, the eastern coastline of Ibiza with its distinctive rocky coves, and the island's interior pine forests. You'll see the transition from open water to land clearly. Notable sights include: Balearic Sea (north and west), Ibiza's eastern rocky coastline with coves near Cala Llonga (east), pine forest interior (central island), smaller islands and islets offshore (northeast).

The flight from Barajas (MAD) to Ibiza (IBZ) takes Approximately 1 hour 10 minutes.

The flight path crosses central Spain southeastward over La Mancha plains (relatively featureless), then transitions over the Mediterranean basin. The Tagus River valley and its tributaries are visible during initial climb. Mid-flight offers views of the Spanish interior plateau with scattered towns and agricultural patterns. As you approach the Balearic region, the Mediterranean becomes dominant, and you may glimpse Formentera (smaller island south of Ibiza) during descent on clear days.