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GRQ → LPA
Which side of the plane to sit from Eelde Airport (Groningen) to Gran Canaria Airport (Gran Canaria)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides a superior scenic experience, featuring the intricate Dutch coastline, the rugged Atlantic edges of France and Portugal, and a breathtaking view of Mount Teide on Tenerife during the descent into Gran Canaria.
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Zeeland Delta
The complex network of islands and massive sea defense dams along the Dutch southwest coast.
French Atlantic Coast
The sandy beaches and rocky inlets of the Vendée and Charente-Maritime regions.
Lisbon Coastline
The mouth of the Tagus River and the sparkling waters along the Portuguese shore.
Mount Teide
The peak of Spain's highest mountain on the neighboring island of Tenerife, often rising above the clouds.
Volcanic Interior
Dramatic views of Gran Canaria's central craters and the Roque Nublo rock formation as the plane banks.
The right side is essential for spotting Tenerife and Mount Teide during the final 20 minutes of flight. Afternoon flights are particularly scenic on this side as the sun illuminates the coastline and islands without causing excessive glare for photographers.
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Drenthe Lowlands
Lush green pastures and rural landscapes of the Northern Netherlands immediately after takeoff.
Parisian Basin
The expansive urban sprawl and outskirts of the French capital visible to the south-east.
Iberian Meseta
The golden, high-altitude plains of central Spain with rugged mountain ridges.
Las Palmas
A birds-eye view of the dense urban harbor and colorful buildings of Gran Canaria's capital during the approach.
This side is ideal for morning departures to catch the sunrise over the European continent. It offers a unique perspective on the transition from the fertile fields of the north to the arid landscapes of the Mediterranean and the Atlantic islands.
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Get eSIMs for SpainDistance: 3,331 km (2,070 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 55 min
Departure: GRQ (53.1197013855, 6.579440116880001)
Arrival: LPA (27.931900024414062, -15.38659954071045)
Route Type: International
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