While takeoff offers Mediterranean views, the landing approach over the Middle Atlas Mountains and Sebou River valley provides more dramatic and visually distinctive scenery. Left seats capture the best of the descent into Fez's mountainous setting.
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Flight Path
Valencia to Fez is 458 miles (737 km), a flight of about 1 hour 15 minutes.
Balearic Sea (open water crossing), Moroccan coastline near Tangier and Tetouan (northern coast), Rif Mountains (northern Morocco), transition from coastal plains to Middle Atlas foothills
Great circle distance and headings ›Phase by phase
Takeoff from VLC
RIGHTRight-side seats capture the Mediterranean coastline immediately after departure, with the Turia riverbed visible cutting through Valencia city, and the Iberian Mountains rising inland to the west.
Landing at FEZ
LEFTLeft-side seats provide views of the Middle Atlas Mountains as you descend toward Fez, and the Sebou River valley which feeds into the approach corridor. The terrain becomes increasingly dramatic with forested ridges and valleys visible during final descent.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Valencia (VLC) to Saiss (FEZ)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Valencia to Fez. While takeoff offers Mediterranean views, the landing approach over the Middle Atlas Mountains and Sebou River valley provides more dramatic and visually distinctive scenery. Left seats capture the best of the descent into Fez's mountainous setting.
What can I see during takeoff from Valencia in Valencia?
During takeoff from Valencia (VLC), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right-side seats capture the Mediterranean coastline immediately after departure, with the Turia riverbed visible cutting through Valencia city, and the Iberian Mountains rising inland to the west. Notable sights include: Mediterranean Sea (east), Turia River valley (city center), Iberian Mountain range (inland west), Valencia harbor and port facilities (southeast).
What can I see when landing at Saiss in Fez?
When landing at Saiss (FEZ), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left-side seats provide views of the Middle Atlas Mountains as you descend toward Fez, and the Sebou River valley which feeds into the approach corridor. The terrain becomes increasingly dramatic with forested ridges and valleys visible during final descent. Notable sights include: Middle Atlas Mountains (west and north), Sebou River valley (north), Fez medina and city (final approach), forested ridgelines and valleys (surrounding terrain).
How long is the flight from Valencia to Fez?
The flight from Valencia (VLC) to Saiss (FEZ) takes about 1 hour 15 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 458 miles (737 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Valencia to Fez flight path pass over?
Balearic Sea (open water crossing), Moroccan coastline near Tangier and Tetouan (northern coast), Rif Mountains (northern Morocco), transition from coastal plains to Middle Atlas foothills