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Which side of the plane to sit from Billund Airport (Billund) to Gran Canaria Airport (Gran Canaria)?

Our Recommendation
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Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers a superior coastal perspective, featuring the dramatic Atlantic seaboard of France, Spain, and Portugal, often topped off with a view of Tenerife's Mount Teide during the final approach.

Right Side Highlights
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Wadden Sea

The unique UNESCO-listed tidal flats and Frisian islands along the German and Dutch coasts.

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English Channel

On clear days, see the world's busiest shipping lanes and the distant outline of the Southern UK coastline.

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Bay of Biscay

The vast deep blue of the Atlantic Ocean meeting the rugged coast of Western France and Northern Spain.

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Picos de Europa

Spectacular limestone peaks visible as the aircraft crosses the northern coast of Spain toward Portugal.

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Atlantic Seaboard

Continuous views of the Portuguese coastline, including the mouth of the Tagus River near Lisbon.

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Mount Teide

On the final approach, the massive volcanic peak on the neighboring island of Tenerife is often visible to the west.

The right side is unbeatable for afternoon flights, offering front-row seats to a spectacular sunset over the Atlantic Ocean. As you descend towards Gran Canaria, the island of Tenerife and its 3,715m peak often emerge from the clouds. During winter, look for snow on the Picos de Europa as you cross into the Iberian Peninsula.

Left Side Highlights
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Jutland Countryside

Bird's-eye view of the rolling Danish landscape and agricultural patterns immediately after takeoff from Billund.

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Randstad Area

The intricate canal systems and high urban density of the Netherlands visible from cruising altitude.

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Paris Basin

Depending on the specific airway, the distant urban sprawl and the winding Seine River may be visible.

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Cantabrian Mountains

The rugged, green northern edge of the Iberian Peninsula as the flight enters Spanish airspace.

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Spanish Meseta

The vast, high-altitude central plateau of Spain with its distinct ochre and brown earthy hues.

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Gran Canaria Highlands

Dramatic views of the volcanic interior and the Roque Nublo monolith during the left-hand bank for landing.

Select the left side for morning flights to avoid direct sunlight and glare. It offers a great perspective of the transition from the lush greenery of Northern Europe to the arid, golden tones of the Spanish interior. Keep an eye out for the jagged peaks of the Pyrenees in the distance if the flight path tracks slightly more inland.

Top Activities in Gran Canaria
Route Information

Distance: 3,659 km (2,274 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 4 hrs 18 min

Departure: BLL (55.7402992249, 9.15178012848)

Arrival: LPA (27.931900024414062, -15.38659954071045)

Route Type: International

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