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EDI → TFS
Which side of the plane to sit from Edinburgh Airport (Edinburgh) to Tenerife South Airport (Tenerife)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides the most diverse scenery, including the English countryside, the Bay of Biscay crossing, and the most dramatic views of Mount Teide during the descent into Tenerife.
Edinburgh & Pentlands
Aerial views of the Scottish capital and the rolling Pentland Hills shortly after departure.
The Lake District
Glacial ribbon lakes and rugged fells of Cumbria are often visible during the climb south.
Bay of Biscay
Crossing from the English Channel toward Spain, offering deep blue waters and occasional glimpses of the French coast.
Galician Rias
The jagged, fjord-like estuaries of northwestern Spain as the aircraft reaches the Iberian Peninsula.
Mount Teide
A spectacular close-up of Spain's highest peak and its volcanic crater during the final approach.
Sit on the left for morning flights to minimize sun glare. This side is prime for the 'money shot' of Mount Teide as planes typically approach TFS from the northeast, passing the volcano on the left. Keep your window shade up as you cross the Spanish coast for the best contrast between the Atlantic and the mainland.
Forth Bridges
Excellent views of the three iconic bridges spanning the Firth of Forth during the initial ascent.
Snowdonia National Park
If the flight path tracks westerly, you can see the highest peaks in Wales and the Irish Sea.
Atlantic Horizon
Uninterrupted views of the vast Atlantic Ocean, perfect for sunset watching on late afternoon flights.
La Gomera
The neighboring Canary Island is often visible across the water as the plane banks toward the runway.
The right side is the 'sunset side' for evening departures, offering beautiful orange hues over the Atlantic. While you see less land during the mid-flight, the arrival offers a unique perspective of the southern Tenerife coastline and the island of La Gomera. It is also generally quieter for sleeping as there is less direct sunlight during the day.
Distance: 3,276 km (2,036 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 51 min
Departure: EDI (55.95000076293945, -3.372499942779541)
Arrival: TFS (28.044500351, -16.5725002289)
Route Type: International
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