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FUE → EDI
Which side of the plane to sit from Fuerteventura Airport (Fuerteventura) to Edinburgh Airport (Edinburgh)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers an immediate bird's-eye view of Lanzarote's volcanic landscape after takeoff and typically captures the iconic Edinburgh city skyline and the Firth of Forth bridges during the final approach.
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Lanzarote
Unrivaled views of the Timanfaya volcanic fields and the northern coastline of Lanzarote shortly after takeoff.
Galician Coast
The dramatic 'Rias' (fjords) and green coastline of North-Western Spain as you cross the Bay of Biscay.
Brittany Peninsula
The jagged western tip of France often comes into view near Brest.
Cornish Coast
Aerial views of the South West of England, including the beaches of Cornwall and Devon.
English Midlands
A patchwork of green fields and urban centers as the plane traverses the spine of England.
Firth of Forth
On the standard approach to EDI, enjoy views of the iconic Forth Bridges and the Edinburgh Castle skyline.
The right side is essential for seeing Lanzarote immediately after departing FUE. On the descent into Edinburgh, the right side usually offers the superior view of the city landmarks and the historic bridges, especially if landing from the east.
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Atlantic Ocean
Expansive views of the deep blue Atlantic as you depart the Canary Islands.
Chinijo Archipelago
Distant views of the smaller islets north of Lanzarote, including Alegranza and Montaña Clara.
Western Horizon
On late afternoon flights, this side provides front-row seats to spectacular ocean sunsets.
Irish Sea
As the plane heads north, views of the Celtic Sea and the southern approach to the Irish Sea.
Snowdonia
Distant peaks of North Wales visible across the water if the flight path stays west.
Lake District
The rugged fells of Cumbria appearing to the east as you cross towards the Scottish border.
Sit on the left for the best lighting during afternoon flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. While much of the mid-flight is over water, the northern leg offers views of the rugged western coastlines of the UK if clouds permit.
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Get eSIMs for United KingdomDistance: 3,169 km (1,969 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 44 min
Departure: FUE (28.452699661254886, -13.863800048828123)
Arrival: EDI (55.95000076293945, -3.372499942779541)
Route Type: International
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