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FRA → TFS
Which side of the plane to sit from Frankfurt am Main Airport (Frankfurt) to Tenerife South Airport (Tenerife)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a more consistent view of the stunning Atlantic coastline and the definitive highlight of the trip: a spectacular close-up of Mount Teide during the approach.
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Rhine Valley
Aerial perspectives of the winding Rhine river and its surrounding vineyard-covered hills.
French Atlantic Coast
Beautiful views of the Bay of Biscay and the sandy coastlines of the Aquitaine region.
Portuguese Coastline
Stunning vistas of the rugged cliffs near Lisbon and the westernmost points of continental Europe.
Mount Teide
The ultimate highlight: Spain's highest peak dominates the window as the plane circles for its landing at TFS.
The right side is essential for the best view of Mount Teide. On the approach to Tenerife South, the plane usually flies along the east coast, keeping the volcano to the right. To avoid looking directly into the sun on this southward route, choose an early morning or late evening flight.
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Frankfurt Skyline
Excellent views of the Main river and the 'Mainhattan' skyscrapers immediately after takeoff.
The Pyrenees
Dramatic views of the high-altitude peaks forming the natural border between France and Spain.
Madrid Environs
If the flight path is inland, the vast urban sprawl of the Spanish capital is visible to the east.
Eastern Canary Islands
Clear views of Lanzarote, Fuerteventura, and Gran Canaria rising from the ocean during the final hour.
Sit on the left for a higher chance of seeing the other Canary Islands during the descent. Morning flights provide excellent illumination of the Spanish landscape on this side without the harsh glare of the afternoon sun.
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Get eSIMs for SpainDistance: 3,239 km (2,013 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 49 min
Departure: FRA (50.033333, 8.570556)
Arrival: TFS (28.044500351, -16.5725002289)
Route Type: International
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