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CDG → LPA
Which side of the plane to sit from Charles de Gaulle International Airport (Paris) to Gran Canaria Airport (Gran Canaria)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a superior sequence of land-based sights, including the architectural richness of the Loire Valley, the central Spanish plateau, and a front-row seat to the eastern Canary Islands during the final approach.
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Loire Valley
View the winding rivers and historic chateaux of central France shortly after reaching cruise altitude.
The Pyrenees
Observe the snow-capped peaks forming the natural border between France and Spain.
Madrid Metropolitan Area
Catch a glimpse of the sprawling Spanish capital and its distinct urban grid in the heart of the Meseta.
Strait of Gibraltar
On clear days, the distant gap between Europe and Africa is visible to the south as you leave the mainland.
Lanzarote and Fuerteventura
Enjoy stunning aerial views of the volcanic landscapes of the eastern Canary Islands during the descent.
Choose the left side for morning flights to enjoy illuminated landscapes, though be mindful of direct sunlight. During the final 20 minutes of flight, keep your camera ready for the stark, reddish terrain of Fuerteventura which often appears just before the turn toward Gran Canaria.
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See the rugged coastline of Charente-Maritime and the Bay of Biscay.
Picos de Europa
Admire the dramatic limestone massifs of Northern Spain's most famous mountain range.
Lisbon and the Tagus
If the flight path skirts the coast, the 25 de Abril Bridge and the Tagus estuary are visible.
Mount Teide
The most iconic sight of the trip; the massive peak of Tenerife rises above the clouds to the west during arrival.
Gran Canaria North Shore
View the steep cliffs and coastal towns of Galdar and Arucas during the base leg of the landing pattern.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights to avoid the harsh glare of the sun. The absolute highlight is Mount Teide on Tenerife; as you approach Gran Canaria from the north, this 3,715m volcano will dominate the western horizon to your right.
Book Hotels in Gran CanariaDistance: 2,801 km (1,740 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 44 min
Departure: CDG (49.012798, 2.55)
Arrival: LPA (27.931900024414062, -15.38659954071045)
Route Type: International
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