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Our Recommendation
8.8

Right Side of the Plane

The right side is favored for the spectacular approach into Tenerife, providing a front-row seat to the volcanic landscapes and the towering peak of Mount Teide as the plane descends.

Right Side Highlights
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Vosges Mountains

The rounded granite peaks of eastern France visible shortly after departure from Baden-Baden.

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Bay of Biscay

The vast blue of the Atlantic and the rugged northern coastline of Spain visible in the distance.

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Picos de Europa

Jagged limestone massifs visible as the flight route crosses northern Spain toward the Atlantic.

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Portuguese Coast

Stunning views of the Atlantic surf and rocky cliffs along the western edge of the Iberian Peninsula.

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Mount Teide

Spain's highest peak dominates the horizon during the final approach into Tenerife South Airport.

The right side is essential for the iconic view of Mount Teide during the descent into TFS. For afternoon flights, be prepared for sun glare on this side; however, the descent views usually justify it. Watch for the 'sea of clouds' that often clings to the northern slopes of the island.

Left Side Highlights
7.5
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Black Forest & Rhine

Aerial views of the dense German woodlands and the winding Rhine river shortly after takeoff.

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Central Pyrenees

Dramatic views of the snow-capped peaks separating France and Spain during the mid-flight crossing.

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Madrid Metropole

The sprawling Spanish capital and the vast, arid landscapes of the Meseta Central plateau.

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North African Coast

On clear days, the distant outline of the Moroccan coast and the gateway to the Mediterranean.

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Gran Canaria

Views of the neighboring island's rugged coastline as the flight prepares for landing.

Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid direct sunlight. It offers superior views of the continental interior and the high Pyrenean ridges. During the final descent, look out for the distinct circular shape of Gran Canaria appearing on the horizon.

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Route Information

Distance: 3,123 km (1,941 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 40 min

Departure: FKB (48.7793998718, 8.08049964905)

Arrival: TFS (28.044500351, -16.5725002289)

Route Type: International

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