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LEJ → FUE
Which side of the plane to sit from Leipzig/Halle Airport (Leipzig) to Fuerteventura Airport (Fuerteventura)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a superior vantage point for the dramatic crossing of the Pyrenees and the stunning approach past the island of Lanzarote and the North African coastline before landing.
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Thuringian Forest
View the dense evergreen canopies of central Germany shortly after departure.
Massif Central
Spot the ancient volcanic peaks and rugged plateaus of south-central France.
The Pyrenees
A breathtaking crossing of the snow-capped border between France and Spain.
Andalusia
The arid, sun-baked landscapes of southern Spain before reaching the Atlantic.
Moroccan Coast
The stark contrast of the Sahara sands meeting the turquoise Atlantic Ocean near Tarfaya.
Isla de Lanzarote
Detailed views of the Timanfaya volcanic parks as the plane descends toward Fuerteventura.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid direct glare while capturing the Sahara's dust-toned light over the Moroccan coast. During the final 20 minutes, the transition from the deep blue ocean to the volcanic craters of Lanzarote is a highlight. Watch for the Isla de Lobos just before touchdown.
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Harz Mountains
The northernmost mountain range in Germany visible during the initial climb.
Loire Valley
The winding rivers and historic chateaus of central France are visible under clear skies.
Bay of Biscay
The vast expanse of the Atlantic where the European shelf drops into the deep ocean.
Spanish Meseta
The high-altitude plateau of central Spain, characterized by golden fields and vast horizons.
Corralejo Dunes
The famous white sand dunes of northern Fuerteventura appearing during the final approach.
The right side is ideal for late afternoon or evening flights to witness the sunset over the Atlantic Ocean. It offers a more expansive view of the open sea and the rugged western coastline of Fuerteventura during the landing pattern. Use a polarizer filter if photographing the ocean to reduce water surface reflection.
Book Hotels in FuerteventuraDistance: 3,351 km (2,082 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 57 min
Departure: LEJ (51.423889, 12.236389)
Arrival: FUE (28.452699661254886, -13.863800048828123)
Route Type: International
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