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HAM → ACE
Which side of the plane to sit from Hamburg Airport (Hamburg) to Lanzarote Airport (Arrecife)?
Right Side of the Plane
While both sides offer diverse views of Europe, the Right Side is superior for its dramatic coastal transitions and the spectacular aerial approach over the Chinijo Archipelago and the Famara Cliffs before landing in Lanzarote.
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Bay of Biscay Crossing
The deep blue expanse where the continental shelf drops off, often showing impressive Atlantic wave patterns.
Picos de Europa
Stunning limestone massifs of Northern Spain visible as the aircraft makes landfall over the Cantabrian coast.
Portuguese Atlantic Coast
A continuous view of the rugged cliffs and white-sand beaches stretching from Porto down to the Algarve.
Chinijo Archipelago
Breathtaking views of the uninhabited islets of Alegranza and Montaña Clara just before reaching Lanzarote.
Risco de Famara
The massive 600-meter high sea cliffs on the northwest of Lanzarote, often crowned with clouds.
The right side is essential for the arrival phase. Most flights approach ACE from the north, passing directly over the smaller islands and the Famara cliffs. Aim for a seat ahead of the wing to ensure an unobstructed view of the volcanic coastline during the bank into the airport.
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Low Countries Urban Sprawl
Dense networks of canals and historic city centers across Belgium and the southern Netherlands.
Loire Valley
The 'Garden of France' featuring winding rivers and the occasional glimpse of historic chateaux.
Pyrenees Vista
A distant but majestic view of the snow-capped peaks separating the French and Spanish borders.
The Spanish Meseta
The vast, arid high plateau of central Spain, showing unique agricultural patterns and ochre-colored earth.
Timanfaya Interior
On final descent, views of the multi-colored volcanic craters and solidified lava flows of Lanzarote's interior.
The left side is best for morning flights to avoid direct glare. It provides a more terrestrial view of the European continent. Keep a sharp eye out as you cross the Spanish border for the dramatic color shift in the soil from green to deep orange and red.
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Get eSIMs for SpainDistance: 3,346 km (2,079 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 56 min
Departure: HAM (53.630401611328, 9.988229751586902)
Arrival: ACE (28.945499, -13.6052)
Route Type: International
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