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ACE → FRA
Which side of the plane to sit from Lanzarote Airport (Arrecife) to Frankfurt am Main Airport (Frankfurt)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side is superior for this route as it offers breathtaking views of the Portuguese and Spanish coastlines upon entering mainland Europe, followed by the rugged cliffs of Brittany and a potentially spectacular approach over the Rhine Valley.
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Timanfaya Volcanic Borders
Immediate views of Lanzarote's dramatic volcanic landscape and the contrast between dark basalt and the turquoise Atlantic Ocean.
Portuguese Coastline
Striking aerial views of the Estoril coast, Lisbon's outskirts, and the dramatic cliffs of Cabo da Roca, the westernmost point of mainland Europe.
Porto and Douro River
As the flight tracks north, you can often spot the mouth of the Douro River and the historic city of Porto.
Bay of Biscay
A vast expanse of deep blue water before making landfall over the scenic, rugged northwestern coast of France.
Brittany Peninsula
Detailed views of the jagged French coastline, numerous islands, and the historic port towns of the Brittany region.
Rhine River Path
During the descent into Frankfurt, the left side frequently offers views of the winding Rhine River and its famous riverside castles.
Book a window seat on the left (A) for an afternoon flight to catch the sunlight reflecting off the Atlantic and the Iberian coast. During winter months, this side provides the best lighting as the sun stays low in the south. Keep your camera ready about 90 minutes after takeoff for the Portuguese coast.
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Lanzarote Interior
Aerial perspective of the unique 'La Geria' vineyard craters and the central volcanic chain of the island.
Picos de Europa
If the flight path takes a more inland route over Spain, the snow-capped limestone peaks of the Picos de Europa are visible.
Loire Valley
Views of the lush 'Garden of France' with its famous river systems and scattered historical châteaux.
Parisian Horizons
On clear days, the distant silhouette of Paris and the Eiffel Tower may be visible to the north as the plane crosses France.
Champagne Region
The structured patterns of the famous French vineyards stretching towards the German border.
Frankfurt Skyline
A stunning view of 'Mainhattan' with its cluster of skyscrapers just before landing at FRA, especially iconic at dusk.
The right side (F) is ideal for spotting the Frankfurt skyline if the aircraft approaches from the east (Runway 25). For midday flights, the right side is preferred to avoid the direct glare of the sun which will be on the left/southern side of the aircraft.
Book Hotels in FrankfurtDistance: 2,996 km (1,862 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 4 hrs
Departure: ACE (28.945499, -13.6052)
Arrival: FRA (50.033333, 8.570556)
Route Type: International
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