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LPA → BIO
Which side of the plane to sit from Gran Canaria Airport (Gran Canaria) to Bilbao Airport (Bilbao)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior visual journey, starting with aerial views of Gran Canaria's volcanic coast and transitioning into the diverse landscapes of mainland Spain, including the golden Meseta and the dramatic Cantabrian Mountains.
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La Isleta Peninsula
Immediate views of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria and the unique volcanic formations of the northern tip of the island.
Andalusian Entry
The flight enters mainland Spain near Huelva or Seville, offering views of the Guadalquivir river and salt marshes.
Castilian Meseta
The high plateau of central Spain presents a patchwork of agricultural fields ranging from golden wheat to deep ochre soils.
Cantabrian Mountains
Stunning views of the Cordillera Cantábrica, featuring limestone peaks and deep green valleys just before landing.
Bilbao & Guggenheim
Depending on the wind and landing runway, you may get a glimpse of the Nervión River and the city's industrial-chic architecture.
For the best experience, book a morning flight to see the Spanish landscape illuminated by the eastern sun. The approach into Bilbao is notoriously scenic; if landing on Runway 30, the right side provides a panoramic view of the mountains encircling the city. Ensure your window is clean for photos of the dramatic contrast between the arid Meseta and the lush Basque hills.
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Mount Teide
On a clear day shortly after takeoff, the massive peak of Teide on Tenerife may be visible across the water to the west.
Atlantic Horizon
Vast expanses of the deep blue Atlantic Ocean dominate the first half of the flight with shifting cloud patterns.
Portuguese Coastline
Distant views of the western edge of the Iberian Peninsula, often seeing the surf along the Alentejo and Lisbon regions.
Bay of Biscay
As the plane turns for its final approach into Bilbao, the rugged coastline of the Basque Country meets the sea.
The left side is ideal for late afternoon flights to avoid direct sunlight. Keep an eye out early in the flight for the western Canary Islands emerging from the haze, and watch for the transition from the deep ocean blue to the emerald green of the Cantabrian coast during the descent.
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Get eSIMs for SpainDistance: 2,042 km (1,269 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 43 min
Departure: LPA (27.931900024414062, -15.38659954071045)
Arrival: BIO (43.30110168457031, -2.9106099605560303)
Route Type: Domestic
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