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FUE → LTN
Which side of the plane to sit from Fuerteventura Airport (Fuerteventura) to London Luton Airport (London)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side is generally superior for this route as it offers the best views of the volcanic landscape of Lanzarote during departure, the coastline of mainland Europe, and the most iconic views of the London skyline and the Shard during the descent into Luton.
Lanzarote Volcanos
Shortly after takeoff, you get a stunning aerial perspective of Timanfaya National Park and the volcanic craters.
Papagayo Beaches
The southern tip of Lanzarote is visible with its golden sands and crystal-clear waters.
Portuguese Coast
Views of the Tagus Estuary and the city of Lisbon are common as the flight tracks north.
Mont Saint-Michel
On clear days, the distinct silhouette of the French island commune can be spotted near the Normandy coast.
Greater London
As you descend into LTN from the south, you often see the sprawling London metropolis and its skyscrapers to the east.
Sit on the right for the best chance of seeing land throughout the journey. During takeoff from FUE, sit towards the back to avoid the wing blocking the view of Lanzarote. In winter, keep your window shade open during the final 20 minutes for a beautiful view of London's city lights if arriving after dark.
Lobos Island
A clear view of the small, uninhabited islet just north of Corralejo with its turquoise lagoons.
The North Atlantic
Vast, uninterrupted views of the deep blue Atlantic, perfect for spotting cloud formations or maritime traffic.
Oceanic Sunset
On evening flights, this side offers front-row seats to spectacular sunsets over the water.
Galician Coastline
Depending on the airway, you may see the rugged, green 'Rias' (fjords) of northwestern Spain.
Chiltern Hills
Lush green English countryside and the rolling hills of Hertfordshire just before landing.
Choose the left side for afternoon flights to avoid direct glare from the sun. It is the quieter side for those wanting to rest over the Atlantic, though it offers less geographic variety than the right. If the plane approaches Luton from the west, you might catch the outskirts of the Cotswolds.
Distance: 2,835 km (1,762 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 47 min
Departure: FUE (28.452699661254886, -13.863800048828123)
Arrival: LTN (51.87469863891602, -0.36833301186561584)
Route Type: International
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