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FRA → SPC
Which side of the plane to sit from Frankfurt am Main Airport (Frankfurt) to La Palma Airport (Santa Cruz De La Palma)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers superior views of the European mainland's major mountain ranges and the dramatic silhouettes of the neighboring Canary Islands during the final descent.
Rhine Valley
View the winding Rhine River and its historic castle-dotted hills immediately after departing Frankfurt.
The Pyrenees
Spectacular crossing of the snow-capped border between France and Spain, showcasing high-altitude peaks.
Madrid & Central Spain
Bird's-eye view of the vast, arid Meseta Central and the sprawling urban layout of the Spanish capital region.
Mount Teide
On clear days, the towering peak of Tenerife's volcano is visible as a majestic landmark rising from the Atlantic.
Cumbre Vieja
The volcanic ridge of La Palma becomes visible during the approach, showing recent lava flow scars.
Sit on the left for morning or early afternoon flights to avoid the harshest direct sunlight while capturing the best mountain textures. During the descent into SPC, keep your camera ready for the silhouette of Tenerife and Gomera emerging from the clouds. In winter, the Pyrenees offer a stunning white contrast against the blue horizon.
Ardennes & Eifel
Rolling green hills and dense forests of the border regions of Germany, Belgium, and Luxembourg.
Bay of Biscay
The deep blue expanse where the European continental shelf drops off into the Atlantic abyss.
Picos de Europa
Rugged limestone massifs of Northern Spain visible as the flight path skirts the Atlantic coast.
Atlantic Ocean
Expansive views of the ocean with occasional sightings of cargo ships on the major shipping lanes.
Northern La Palma
Dramatic view of the island's steep northern cliffs and deep ravines as the plane maneuvers for landing.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights to enjoy softer light and sunset views over the Atlantic as you approach the Canaries. It is generally the 'shadier' side for much of the southbound journey. Look for the rugged coastline of Galicia and Northern Portugal if the flight path follows the more westerly coastal route.
Distance: 3,252 km (2,021 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 50 min
Departure: FRA (50.033333, 8.570556)
Arrival: SPC (28.626499, -17.7556)
Route Type: International
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