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LPA → LEJ
Which side of the plane to sit from Gran Canaria Airport (Gran Canaria) to Leipzig/Halle Airport (Leipzig)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior panoramic experience, starting with the volcanic landscapes of the eastern Canary Islands, the Moroccan coastline, and a more direct view of the Pyrenees and the German heartland during the descent.
Lanzarote & Fuerteventura
Low-altitude views of the stark, volcanic lunar landscapes of the easternmost Canary Islands shortly after takeoff.
Moroccan Coastline
The dramatic meeting point of the Sahara desert and the Atlantic Ocean near Casablanca and Rabat.
The Pyrenees
The jagged, snow-capped peaks forming the natural border between Spain and France are a major highlight.
Frankfurt Skyline
Clear views of Germany's financial hub, featuring the country's most prominent cluster of skyscrapers.
Leipziger Neuseenland
The massive network of artificial lakes created from former open-pit mines visible during the final descent into LEJ.
Sit on the right side for the best chance to see the Moroccan coast and the Pyrenees. For the approach into Leipzig/Halle, the right side often provides a great view of the airport's unique bridge taxiways crossing over the Autobahn. Early morning flights offer beautiful sunrises over the Mediterranean/Iberian horizon.
Atlantic Ocean Expanse
Uninterrupted views of the deep blue Atlantic as the aircraft climbs away from the Canary archipelago.
Loire Valley
The winding Loire River and its surrounding greenery and historic chateaux become visible over central France.
Paris Peripheral
On clear days, the distant sprawl of the French capital and its landmarks can be spotted to the north.
Ruhr Industrial Area
A view of the densely populated and industrial heart of Western Germany as the flight nears its destination.
Cologne Cathedral
Potentially visible as a tiny spire near the Rhine river if the flight path tracks slightly westward.
Choose the left side for spectacular sunsets during evening flights, as the sun will be setting over the Atlantic. In the latter half of the flight, this side is better for spotting the lights of major European hubs like Paris or Brussels in the distance.
Distance: 3,482 km (2,164 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 4 hrs 6 min
Departure: LPA (27.931900024414062, -15.38659954071045)
Arrival: LEJ (51.423889, 12.236389)
Route Type: International
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