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EMA → LPA
Which side of the plane to sit from East Midlands Airport (East Midlands) to Gran Canaria Airport (Gran Canaria)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a scenic overview of the UK's southwest coast and the spectacular approach over the eastern Canary Islands before landing at Gran Canaria.
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The Midlands and Cotswolds
Lush green landscapes of central England shortly after takeoff from EMA.
Bristol Channel
Aerial views of the Severn Estuary and the coastline of North Somerset.
Cornish Coastline
The rugged cliffs and turquoise waters of Devon and Cornwall as you leave the UK mainland.
Portuguese Coastline
Distanced views of the western Iberian Peninsula and the Atlantic cliffs of Portugal.
Lanzarote and Fuerteventura
Dramatic volcanic landscapes of the eastern Canary Islands visible during the final descent.
Isleta Peninsula
The northern tip of Gran Canaria as the aircraft aligns for the approach into LPA.
Choose the left side for morning flights to keep the sun behind you for clearer photography. This side is particularly rewarding during the final 30 minutes of the flight when Lanzarote and Fuerteventura appear like jewels in the ocean. Ensure a window seat away from the wing for the best downward views of the Cornish peninsula.
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Atlantic Horizon
Expansive views of the vast Atlantic Ocean, perfect for spotting cloud formations.
Bay of Biscay
The deep blue waters of the bay where you might spot large cargo ships or tankers.
Deep Atlantic Passage
Remote stretches of the ocean between the European mainland and the Macaronesia region.
Mount Teide Silhouette
On clear days during the approach, the massive peak of Tenerife's volcano may be visible in the distance.
The right side is the best choice for afternoon or evening flights to experience stunning sunsets over the Atlantic. While most of the flight is over water, the descent often offers a distant view of Tenerife's Mount Teide, the highest peak in Spain, emerging above the clouds to the west.
Book Hotels in Gran CanariaDistance: 3,001 km (1,865 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 32 min
Departure: EMA (52.8311004639, -1.32806003094)
Arrival: LPA (27.931900024414062, -15.38659954071045)
Route Type: International
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