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ACE → NCL

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

Our Recommendation
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Left Side of the Plane

The left side offers a superior scenic experience, particularly during the approach into Northern England where it captures the rugged beauty of the Lake District and dramatic Atlantic sunsets on afternoon flights.

Left Side Highlights
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Chinijo Archipelago

Immediately after departure, look down for a bird's-eye view of La Graciosa and the smaller volcanic islets north of Lanzarote.

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Bay of Biscay

A vast expanse of deep blue water often used by migratory whales; look for the change in water color as you approach the continental shelf.

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Isles of Scilly

On clear days, the turquoise waters and white sandy beaches of this archipelago off the Cornish coast are clearly visible.

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Eryri (Snowdonia)

As you traverse the Irish Sea or Welsh border, the jagged peaks of North Wales dominate the horizon.

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The Lake District

The crowning jewel of the descent, featuring the high fells of Cumbria and deep glacial lakes like Windermere and Ullswater.

Sit on the left for afternoon departures to witness spectacular sunsets over the Atlantic. During the final 20 minutes of the flight, keep your camera ready for the Lake District peaks, which are best illuminated by the western sun. If the wind is from the west, the approach into NCL often banks over these mountains.

Right Side Highlights
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Arrecife & Costa Teguise

A final look at the white-washed architecture of Lanzarote's capital and the stark contrast of the volcanic interior.

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Portuguese Coastline

Depending on the airway, you may see the distant outline of the Iberian Peninsula, specifically the lights of Lisbon or Porto at night.

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Cornish Riviera

The plane typically enters UK airspace over Cornwall or Devon, providing views of St Ives Bay and the rugged South West Coast Path.

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The Severn Bridges

As you cross the Bristol Channel, the two massive suspension bridges connecting England and Wales are distinct landmarks.

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Yorkshire Dales

As the plane begins its descent into Newcastle, you'll pass over the green, limestone-walled fields of the North Yorkshire countryside.

The right side is excellent for viewing the UK's geography upon landfall. For morning flights, this side will be in the shade, providing better conditions for glare-free photography of the English Midlands and the Yorkshire Dales. Look out for the Tyne Valley and the distant North Sea as you make your final turn toward the runway.

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Route Information

Distance: 3,054 km (1,898 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 36 min

Departure: ACE (28.945499, -13.6052)

Arrival: NCL (55.037498474121094, -1.6916699409484863)

Route Type: International

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