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HAJ → ACE
Which side of the plane to sit from Hannover Airport (Hannover) to Lanzarote Airport (Arrecife)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior arrival experience, featuring the stunning archipelago of Chinijo and the dramatic Famara cliffs upon descent into Lanzarote.
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Hannover Skyline
Aerial views of the Eilenriede forest and the New Town Hall immediately after departure from HAJ.
Middle Rhine Valley
Spot the winding Rhine river and its dense concentration of medieval castles as you cross Western Germany.
Paris Outskirts
On a clear day, the northern and eastern suburbs of the French capital are often visible in the distance.
Picos de Europa
The rugged limestone massifs of Northern Spain provide a dramatic backdrop as you enter Spanish airspace.
La Graciosa
The best view of the smallest inhabited Canary Island and its turquoise waters during the final approach.
Famara Cliffs
Lanzarote's highest cliffs, dropping 600 meters straight into the Atlantic, appear just before touchdown.
Sit on the left (port side) for the iconic 'Approach over the Chinijo Archipelago.' Morning flights are ideal to have the sun behind the plane, illuminating the red and ochre colors of the volcanic landscape without glare. Look out for the white sands of Caletón Blanco near the northern tip of the island.
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Dune du Pilat
The tallest sand dune in Europe, located on the French Atlantic coast, is often visible on the coastal route.
Bay of Biscay
A vast expanse of deep blue ocean where you might spot large cargo ships transiting to the English Channel.
Costa da Morte
The 'Coast of Death' in Galicia, known for its jagged rocks and powerful Atlantic swells.
Arrecife Harbor
Views of the capital city's port and the historic San Gabriel Castle during the final descent.
Timanfaya National Park
The sprawling black and red lava fields of the 'Fire Mountains' are visible as the plane turns for the runway.
The right side is excellent for catching the sunset over the Atlantic if you are on an afternoon or evening flight. It also provides a great perspective of the southern volcanic regions of Lanzarote as the aircraft banks to align with runway 03. Keep your camera ready for the contrast between the dark lava and the white-washed villages.
Book Hotels in ArrecifeDistance: 3,239 km (2,013 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 49 min
Departure: HAJ (52.461101532, 9.68507957458)
Arrival: ACE (28.945499, -13.6052)
Route Type: International
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