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FUE โ NTE
Which side of the plane to sit from Fuerteventura Airport (Fuerteventura) to Nantes Atlantique Airport (Nantes)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers an exceptional perspective of Lanzarote's volcanic terrain shortly after departure and provides a more land-oriented view of the Iberian Peninsula and the dramatic Loire estuary upon arrival.
Lanzarote Volcanic Park
Spectacular views of Timanfaya National Park's craters and the island's unique lunar landscapes.
Chinijo Archipelago
Clear views of La Graciosa and the smaller northern islets shortly after departing the Canary Islands.
Portuguese Seaboard
Distant views of the Lisbon coastline and the Estoril shore depending on the specific airway used.
Saint-Nazaire Bridge
A landmark view of the massive cable-stayed bridge crossing the Loire estuary.
Saint-Nazaire Shipyards
One of the largest shipyards in the world, often visible as you follow the Loire River inland.
Nantes Outskirts
Green pastures, vineyards, and suburban chateaus of the Loire-Atlantique region during descent.
Sit on the right for the most dramatic scenery. Keep your camera ready in the first 10 minutes for Lanzarote's volcanoes. During the descent into NTE, you will likely fly parallel to the Loire River; the right side offers the best views of the industrial architecture of Saint-Nazaire and the river's winding path into the city.
Corralejo Dunes
Aerial view of the vast white sand dunes and turquoise waters at the northern tip of Fuerteventura.
Atlantic Horizon
Uninterrupted views of the deep blue Atlantic, perfect for spotting the reflection of the sun on the water.
Vendรฉe Coast
As the plane turns toward Nantes, the rugged coastline and marshes of the Vendรฉe region come into view.
Oceanic Sunset
On late afternoon flights, this side provides front-row seats to the sun setting over the Atlantic horizon.
Choose the left side for afternoon flights if you want to avoid direct sunlight for most of the journey, or if you enjoy the tranquility of an endless ocean horizon. This side is also better for spotting the salt marshes of western France just before the final turn into Nantes.
Distance: 2,335 km (1,451 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 7 min
Departure: FUE (28.452699661254886, -13.863800048828123)
Arrival: NTE (47.15319824220001, -1.61073005199)
Route Type: International
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