The right side wins on both ends of the flight: dramatic mountain coastline leaving Mallorca and a glimpse of the Alps on arrival into Munich, while the left side offers mostly flat sea and farmland with less variety.
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Flight Path
Palma De Mallorca to Munich is 755 miles (1,216 km), a flight of about 2 hours 15 minutes.
Mediterranean Sea crossing toward the French or Spanish coast, foothills of the Pyrenees or southern French plateau, and the Rhône valley region before descending into the Bavarian plain near the northern Alps.
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Takeoff from PMI
RIGHTDeparting PMI and climbing out over Mallorca, the right side offers views of the dramatic Serra de Tramuntana mountain range along the island's northwest coast, with limestone peaks dropping straight into the Mediterranean. The left side mostly shows Palma city and open sea toward the south.

Landing at MUC
RIGHTOn typical westerly-wind approaches into MUC, aircraft descend from the west with a final turn toward the east, putting the northern edge of the Alps on the right side of the cabin. Passengers can catch distant snow-capped peaks south of Munich before the flat Bavarian farmland takes over on final approach.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Palma De Mallorca (PMI) to Munich (MUC)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Palma De Mallorca to Munich. The right side wins on both ends of the flight: dramatic mountain coastline leaving Mallorca and a glimpse of the Alps on arrival into Munich, while the left side offers mostly flat sea and farmland with less variety.
What can I see during takeoff from Palma De Mallorca in Palma De Mallorca?
During takeoff from Palma De Mallorca (PMI), sit on the Right side for the best views. Departing PMI and climbing out over Mallorca, the right side offers views of the dramatic Serra de Tramuntana mountain range along the island's northwest coast, with limestone peaks dropping straight into the Mediterranean. The left side mostly shows Palma city and open sea toward the south. Notable sights include: Serra de Tramuntana mountains, Palma Bay coastline, Mediterranean Sea, terraced hillside villages.
What can I see when landing at Munich in Munich?
When landing at Munich (MUC), sit on the Right side for the best views. On typical westerly-wind approaches into MUC, aircraft descend from the west with a final turn toward the east, putting the northern edge of the Alps on the right side of the cabin. Passengers can catch distant snow-capped peaks south of Munich before the flat Bavarian farmland takes over on final approach. Notable sights include: Northern Alps foothills, Bavarian farmland patchwork, Ammersee or Starnberger See (if visible), Munich's outer suburbs.
How long is the flight from Palma De Mallorca to Munich?
The flight from Palma De Mallorca (PMI) to Munich (MUC) takes about 2 hours 15 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 755 miles (1,216 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Palma De Mallorca to Munich flight path pass over?
Mediterranean Sea crossing toward the French or Spanish coast, foothills of the Pyrenees or southern French plateau, and the Rhône valley region before descending into the Bavarian plain near the northern Alps.