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LEJ → TFS
Which side of the plane to sit from Leipzig/Halle Airport (Leipzig) to Tenerife South Airport (Tenerife)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers the most dramatic views, including a direct crossing over the Pyrenees and the iconic approach past Mount Teide.
Pyrenees Mountains
A breathtaking crossing of the snow-capped peaks forming the natural border between France and Spain.
Madrid Plateau
The high altitude Meseta Central surrounding Spain's capital with its distinct red and ochre earth.
Atlantic Coastline
Visual of the transition from the Iberian Peninsula to the deep blue of the North Atlantic Ocean.
Mount Teide
Spain's highest peak and the centerpiece of Tenerife, providing a massive, majestic silhouette on arrival.
The right side is highly recommended for afternoon and evening flights to catch a spectacular sunset over the Atlantic. Ensure you are looking out approximately 20 minutes before landing to see Mount Teide towering above the clouds.
Thuringian Forest
Lush green rolling hills and dense forests of central Germany shortly after departure.
Massif Central
The rugged volcanic plateaus and deep valleys of south-central France.
Spanish Mediterranean
Distant views of the sparkling coastline near the Costa del Sol before heading over the ocean.
Gran Canaria
As the flight nears Tenerife, the neighboring island of Gran Canaria is often visible to the south.
On morning flights, the left side experiences direct sunlight, which can make photography difficult due to glare. However, it is the best side for spotting other Canary Islands like Gran Canaria and Fuerteventura during the final descent into TFS.
Distance: 3,537 km (2,198 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 4 hrs 10 min
Departure: LEJ (51.423889, 12.236389)
Arrival: TFS (28.044500351, -16.5725002289)
Route Type: International
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