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Which side of the plane to sit from Lanzarote Airport (Arrecife) to Düsseldorf Airport (Duesseldorf)?

Our Recommendation
8.5

Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers a superior view of Lanzarote's volcanic landscapes upon takeoff and a more detailed perspective of the Rhine-Ruhr metropolitan region during the final approach to Düsseldorf.

Right Side Highlights
8.5
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Timanfaya Volcanic Park

Stunning aerial views of the Martian-like red and black volcanic craters of Lanzarote shortly after takeoff.

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La Graciosa & Alegranza

Clear views of the smaller Chinijo Archipelago islands just off the northern tip of Lanzarote.

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The Spanish Meseta

The high altitude plains of central Spain, showing a patchwork of agricultural fields and arid terrain.

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Loire Valley Chateaus

As the flight crosses France, look down for the winding Loire river and its famous historic estates.

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Rhine-Ruhr Panorama

A dense urban landscape view of the Rhine river, Cologne, and the surrounding industrial heartland during descent.

The first 10 minutes are crucial; keep your camera ready for the volcanic cones of Lanzarote. On clear days, you may even spot the distant Eiffel Tower when passing east of Paris, depending on the specific air traffic control routing.

Left Side Highlights
7.8
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Portuguese Atlantic Coast

Breathtaking views of the rugged cliffs and sandy beaches along the western edge of the Iberian Peninsula.

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Tagus River & Lisbon

Distant but clear views of the Tagus estuary and the metropolitan sprawl of the Portuguese capital.

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Porto & Douro River

Observation of the Douro river mouth and the historic city center of Porto as you fly north.

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Bay of Biscay

A vast crossing of the deep blue bay, often dotted with cargo ships heading toward Northern Europe.

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Saint-Nazaire Estuary

The point where the Loire River meets the Atlantic Ocean on the western coast of France.

Sit on the left for afternoon flights to witness spectacular sunsets over the Atlantic Ocean. This side is also better for spotting the major coastal cities of Portugal if the flight path stays closer to the shoreline.

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Route Information

Distance: 3,007 km (1,868 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 32 min

Departure: ACE (28.945499, -13.6052)

Arrival: DUS (51.289501, 6.766780000000001)

Route Type: International

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