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LIL β†’ FUE

Our Recommendation
8.7

Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers a superior vantage point for the dramatic Atlantic coastline of France and Portugal, concluding with a breathtaking aerial view of the Corralejo sand dunes during the approach to Fuerteventura.

Right Side Highlights
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Bay of Biscay

The vast expanse where the French coast meets the deep Atlantic, often showing beautiful turquoise shelf breaks.

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Galician Rias

The rugged, fjord-like inlets of northwest Spain visible as the aircraft skirts the Iberian Peninsula.

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Lisbon & Tagus Estuary

A stunning view of the Portuguese capital and the expansive mouth of the Tagus River from high altitude.

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Isla de Lobos

A small, uninhabited volcanic island surrounded by crystal-clear lagoons, seen just before landing.

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Corralejo Sand Dunes

The spectacular 'mini-Sahara' white sand dunes of northern Fuerteventura, a highlight of the descent.

The right side is unbeatable for the arrival sequence. To see the Corralejo dunes and Isla de Lobos, ensure you are seated on this side. For afternoon flights, be prepared for some glare as the sun sets over the Atlantic, so bring sunglasses or a polarizing filter for your camera.

Left Side Highlights
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Loire Valley

Aerial views of the lush landscapes and historical chateaux of central France shortly after departure.

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Spanish Meseta

The high plains of central Spain, featuring a patchwork of ochre and sienna agricultural fields.

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Guadalquivir River

The winding silver ribbon of Andalusia's primary waterway as the flight crosses southern Spain.

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Moroccan Coastline

On clear days, the distant Saharan coastline and the fringes of the Atlas Mountains are visible to the east.

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Fuerteventura Inland

A view of the island's unique volcanic 'MalpaΓ­s' terrain and ancient volcanic cones during the final turn.

Choose the left side for morning departures to have the sun behind you, providing better lighting for photography of the French and Spanish landscapes. Watch the horizon as you approach the Canaries; the contrast between the deep blue Atlantic and the Saharan dust haze can be striking.

Top Activities in Fuerteventura
Route Information

Distance: 2,841 km (1,765 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 47 min

Departure: LIL (50.563332, 3.086886)

Arrival: FUE (28.452699661254886, -13.863800048828123)

Route Type: International

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