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BLK â ACE
Which side of the plane to sit from Blackpool International Airport (Blackpool) to Lanzarote Airport (Arrecife)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a superior vantage point for the departure over the Fylde Coast and the spectacular final approach into Lanzarote's volcanic heartland.
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Blackpool Shoreline
Aerial view of the Blackpool Tower, North Pier, and the Pleasure Beach immediately after takeoff.
Welsh Coastline
Clear views across the Irish Sea toward the Llyn Peninsula and the mountains of Snowdonia.
Bay of Biscay
Crossing the deep blue waters where the continental shelf drops off into the Atlantic abyss.
Picos de Europa
On clear days, the jagged limestone peaks of Northern Spain are visible in the far distance.
Timanfaya National Park
Dramatic views of the 'Fire Mountains' and blackened lava fields during the descent into Arrecife.
Puerto del Carmen
The golden beaches and white-washed resorts of Lanzarote's southern coast just before touchdown.
Sit on the left for the best morning light and to avoid the direct glare of the afternoon sun. During the final 15 minutes, keep your camera ready for the contrast between the turquoise ocean and the dark volcanic soil of the island. If departing BLK to the south, the view of the Golden Mile is unparalleled.
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Isle of Man
A distant view of Snaefell mountain rising from the Irish Sea shortly after departure.
Atlantic Shipping Lanes
Watch for large cargo ships and tankers navigating the busy routes off the Portuguese coast.
Atlantic Horizon
Unobstructed views of the horizon, perfect for spotting the 'green flash' during sunset flights.
La Graciosa
The small, roadless island north of Lanzarote is often visible as the plane begins its arrival bank.
Famara Cliffs
The massive, 600-meter high Risco de Famara cliffs provide a stunning backdrop on the right during the approach.
The right side is the 'sunset side' for southbound afternoon flights; choose this if you want to see the sun dip into the ocean. It also offers a better view of the smaller islands in the Chinijo Archipelago if the flight path tracks slightly further west on approach.
Book Hotels in ArrecifeDistance: 2,891 km (1,796 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 51 min
Departure: BLK (53.77170181274414, -3.0286099910736084)
Arrival: ACE (28.945499, -13.6052)
Route Type: International
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