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DKR → LPA
Which side of the plane to sit from Léopold Sédar Senghor International Airport (Dakar) to Gran Canaria Airport (Gran Canaria)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides a front-row seat to the dramatic meeting of the Sahara Desert and the Atlantic Ocean, featuring stunning sand patterns and coastal Mauritanian landmarks.
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Senegal River Delta
The striking transition from the green wetlands of Saint-Louis to the arid Mauritanian landscape.
Banc d'Arguin
A UNESCO-listed area where desert sand dunes flow directly into shallow turquoise coastal waters.
Sahara Dunes
Vast expanses of orange and white desert sands stretching as far as the eye can see across the Western Sahara.
Nouakchott
The unique aerial perspective of the Mauritanian capital's grid layout appearing suddenly in the middle of the dunes.
Dakhla Peninsula
A long, narrow strip of land in Western Sahara creating a massive coastal lagoon visible from high altitude.
The right side is significantly more scenic for this route. Morning flights are best as the sun illuminates the desert colors without creating glare. Keep your camera ready about 40 minutes after takeoff for the Banc d'Arguin, and look for the contrast between the white salt pans and orange sand.
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Cap Vert Peninsula
A clear view of Dakar's unique westernmost point as the plane turns north after takeoff.
Vast Atlantic
Sweeping views of the ocean, ideal for spotting large cargo ships and deep-sea fishing vessels.
Puerto de la Luz
Views of the bustling port and industrial areas of Las Palmas during the final descent into Gran Canaria.
Ideal for evening flights to catch the sunset over the ocean. In winter months, the Harmattan winds may bring dust from the desert; the left side usually offers better visibility as it faces the open Atlantic away from the coast.
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Get eSIMs for SpainDistance: 1,483 km (921 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 59 min
Departure: DKR (14.739700317382812, -17.49020004272461)
Arrival: LPA (27.931900024414062, -15.38659954071045)
Route Type: International
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