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LEJ → LPA
Which side of the plane to sit from Leipzig/Halle Airport (Leipzig) to Gran Canaria Airport (Gran Canaria)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a superior view of the high Pyrenees mountain range, the expansive Spanish Meseta, and the rugged volcanic landscapes of central France, while also offering a chance to see Fuerteventura during the final descent.
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Thuringian Forest
Dense, rolling green ridges of central Germany visible shortly after departure from LEJ.
Massif Central
The dramatic volcanic peaks and craters of south-central France, including the Puy de Dôme.
Central Pyrenees
Breathtaking views of the highest snow-capped peaks separating France and Spain.
Madrid Metropolis
The sprawling urban landscape of the Spanish capital situated in the heart of the Iberian Peninsula.
Fuerteventura
Clear views of the neighboring island's golden dunes and volcanic coastline just before landing.
Sit on the left for morning departures to have the sun behind you for better photography of the Pyrenees. This side is also excellent for spotting the Guadalquivir river in southern Spain. In winter, the snow cover on the Massif Central and Pyrenees is a major highlight.
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Upper Rhine Valley
Aerial views of the Rhine river, the Black Forest, and the distant Vosges Mountains.
Bay of Biscay
The dramatic meeting of the Atlantic Ocean and the rugged northern coastline of Spain.
Lisbon & Tagus River
If the flight path follows the Atlantic coast, the Portuguese capital and its iconic bridges may be visible.
Mount Teide
The massive volcanic peak of Tenerife, Spain's highest point, rising above the clouds on the approach to LPA.
Gran Canaria North Shore
Stunning views of Las Palmas and the steep cliffs of the island's northern coast during the final turn.
The right side is unbeatable for late afternoon flights, offering spectacular sunsets over the Atlantic. Keep your camera ready during the last 20 minutes of the flight; Mount Teide is often visible on the horizon and is a must-see landmark.
Book Hotels in Gran CanariaDistance: 3,482 km (2,164 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 4 hrs 6 min
Departure: LEJ (51.423889, 12.236389)
Arrival: LPA (27.931900024414062, -15.38659954071045)
Route Type: International
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