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ACE → EMA
Which side of the plane to sit from Lanzarote Airport (Arrecife) to East Midlands Airport (East Midlands)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior views of the Lanzarote coastline upon departure and better perspectives of the French and English countryside during the descent.
Arrecife & Costa Teguise
A bird's eye view of Lanzarote's capital city and its eastern resort towns during the initial climb out of ACE.
La Graciosa
The small, golden-sanded island and the Chinijo Archipelago visible as the aircraft heads north toward the Bay of Biscay.
Brittany Coast
The jagged, rocky coastline of western France near Brest and the Pointe du Raz are often visible when crossing the Bay of Biscay.
The Cotswolds
Rolling green hills and the golden-stone villages of central England during the final 20 minutes of the flight.
Birmingham & The Midlands
The sprawling urban landscape and landmarks of the West Midlands as the plane aligns for landing at EMA.
The right side is generally more scenic for the departure from Lanzarote and the arrival into East Midlands. Seats in front of the wing provide the clearest views of the English Midlands. In the morning, this side provides gentle lighting for photography as the sun is positioned on the opposite side of the aircraft.
Timanfaya Volcanics
Stunning aerial views of the Fire Mountains and the lunar-like volcanic terrain of Lanzarote immediately after takeoff.
Atlantic Ocean Seascape
Vast stretches of deep blue ocean with the potential to spot the distant peaks of the Madeira archipelago if the route is western-leaning.
Cornish Coastline
Panoramic views of Land's End, St Ives, and the rugged cliffs of the UK's southwestern tip as you cross the English Channel.
Severn Estuary
Clear views of the Bristol Channel and the massive suspension bridges connecting England and Wales.
Choose the left side for spectacular Atlantic sunsets on evening flights. Be aware that the afternoon sun can be intense on this side, making it difficult to photograph without glare. It is the best side for viewing the rugged southwest tip of England.
Distance: 2,840 km (1,765 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 47 min
Departure: ACE (28.945499, -13.6052)
Arrival: EMA (52.8311004639, -1.32806003094)
Route Type: International
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