While right seats dominate the departure phase with Alpine views, left seats capture the most dramatic scenery during descent—the Serra de Tramuntana and Palma Bay are visually striking and occupy the final 30 minutes of the flight when passengers are most engaged.
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Flight Path
Zurich to Palma De Mallorca is 619 miles (996 km), a flight of about 2 hours 15 minutes.
The flight path crosses the Jura Mountains (visible from both sides during the first 30 minutes), then traverses the Rhône Valley in southeastern France. The Massif Central appears to the left around the midpoint. The flight then crosses the Gulf of Lion (northwestern Mediterranean), where the coastline of southern France and northeastern Spain becomes visible. The Pyrenees may be visible on the left (west) side during the southern portion of the flight, though they are often distant. The final approach crosses the open Mediterranean before reaching Mallorca's northeastern coast.
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from ZRH
RIGHTRight-side seats offer views of the Alps immediately after departure. The aircraft climbs southwestward from Zurich, and right-side windows frame the snow-capped peaks of the central Alps as they recede beneath the aircraft.
Landing at PMI
LEFTLeft-side seats provide the best views during descent into Palma. The aircraft approaches from the northeast, and left windows frame the Balearic coastline, the Serra de Tramuntana mountain range, and the Mediterranean Sea as the aircraft descends toward the airport on Mallorca's southern coast.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Zurich (ZRH) to Palma De Mallorca (PMI)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Zurich to Palma De Mallorca. While right seats dominate the departure phase with Alpine views, left seats capture the most dramatic scenery during descent—the Serra de Tramuntana and Palma Bay are visually striking and occupy the final 30 minutes of the flight when passengers are most engaged.
What can I see during takeoff from Zurich in Zurich?
During takeoff from Zurich (ZRH), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right-side seats offer views of the Alps immediately after departure. The aircraft climbs southwestward from Zurich, and right-side windows frame the snow-capped peaks of the central Alps as they recede beneath the aircraft. Notable sights include: Central Alps (Säntis, Appenzell Alps), Lake Zurich (Zürichsee) in the immediate vicinity, Rhine Valley extending northeast, Jura Mountains to the northwest.
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. Left-side seats provide the best views during descent into Palma. The aircraft approaches from the northeast, and left windows frame the Balearic coastline, the Serra de Tramuntana mountain range, and the Mediterranean Sea as the aircraft descends toward the airport on Mallorca's southern coast. Notable sights include: Serra de Tramuntana (northwestern Mallorca mountain range), Mediterranean coastline with coves and bays, Palma Bay (Bahía de Palma), city of Palma with its cathedral visible near the waterfront.
How long is the flight from Zurich to Palma De Mallorca?
The flight from Zurich (ZRH) to Palma De Mallorca (PMI) takes about 2 hours 15 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 619 miles (996 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Zurich to Palma De Mallorca flight path pass over?
The flight path crosses the Jura Mountains (visible from both sides during the first 30 minutes), then traverses the Rhône Valley in southeastern France. The Massif Central appears to the left around the midpoint. The flight then crosses the Gulf of Lion (northwestern Mediterranean), where the coastline of southern France and northeastern Spain becomes visible. The Pyrenees may be visible on the left (west) side during the southern portion of the flight, though they are often distant. The final approach crosses the open Mediterranean before reaching Mallorca's northeastern coast.