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HAJ → FNC
Which side of the plane to sit from Hannover Airport (Hannover) to Madeira Airport (Funchal)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a better perspective of the European mainland, the Portuguese coastline, and the dramatic Ilhas Desertas before the final approach into Funchal.
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Ruhr Valley
Aerial views of the densely populated industrial heart of Germany shortly after departure.
Paris Outskirts
Distant views of the French capital's expansion and the surrounding Ile-de-France region.
Pyrenees Mountains
Snow-capped peaks of the mountain range separating France and Spain visible on the distant horizon.
Tagus Estuary
The massive river mouth near Lisbon visible as the flight tracks south along the Iberian Peninsula.
Ilhas Desertas
Rugged, uninhabited volcanic islets seen just minutes before the descent into Madeira.
Ponta de São Lourenço
The dramatic, arid eastern peninsula of Madeira visible during the final banking turn.
Sit on the left for the iconic Madeira landing experience. On the standard visual approach to Runway 05, you will see the airport and the cliffs of Caniçal out your window during the final turn. Early afternoon flights are ideal as the sun will be behind you, illuminating the Portuguese coast and the islands perfectly.
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Benelux Coastline
Views of the North Sea beaches and the intricate canal systems of the Netherlands and Belgium.
Bay of Biscay
The vast expanse of the North Atlantic where the European continental shelf drops off.
Picos de Europa
Dramatic limestone mountain ranges of Northern Spain visible during the crossing into the Atlantic.
Porto Santo
The neighboring island of Madeira, known for its long golden beaches, visible 15 minutes before landing.
Atlantic Horizon
Uninterrupted views of the ocean horizon, perfect for spotting cloud formations or sunset colors.
The right side is excellent for passengers who enjoy vast ocean vistas and want to spot Porto Santo first. If the wind requires a landing from the south, the right side may offer a panoramic view of Funchal city. For late afternoon flights, be aware of direct sunlight which can make the cabin hot and the view glared.
Book Hotels in FunchalDistance: 3,053 km (1,897 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 36 min
Departure: HAJ (52.461101532, 9.68507957458)
Arrival: FNC (32.697899, -16.7745)
Route Type: International
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