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LPA → MAN
Which side of the plane to sit from Gran Canaria Airport (Gran Canaria) to Manchester Airport (Manchester)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior views of the neighboring Canary Islands during departure and the Iberian coastline throughout the mid-flight segment.
Eastern Canary Islands
Spectacular aerial views of Lanzarote and Fuerteventura's volcanic craters shortly after departing Gran Canaria.
Iberian Coastline
Scenic views of the Portuguese and Galician coasts, often visible as the plane tracks north along the continental shelf.
Brittany Peninsula
The jagged, rocky coastline of western France near Brest is often visible when crossing from the Bay of Biscay.
Peak District
The rolling green hills and limestone plateaus of the Peak District are visible if the plane circles for an eastern approach.
The right side is essential for the first 30 minutes of the flight to see the other Canary Islands. For afternoon flights, this side remains in the shade, providing better conditions for photography of the French and English coasts. Watch for the lights of Lisbon or Porto during evening flights.
Atlantic Horizon
Vast, uninterrupted views of the deep blue Atlantic Ocean for the majority of the cruise phase.
Teide Silhouette
On clear days, the distant peak of Mount Teide on Tenerife may be visible shortly after takeoff.
Snowdonia National Park
As the flight crosses into Wales, look for the rugged peaks and glacial valleys of the North Welsh highlands.
Mersey Estuary
Dramatic views of the Liverpool docks and the winding Mersey River during the final descent into Manchester.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid direct sunlight and glare. It is the better side for capturing the dramatic approach over the Welsh mountains and the industrial beauty of the Mersey. Keep an eye out for the Scilly Isles if the flight path tracks further west over the Celtic Sea.
Distance: 3,024 km (1,879 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 33 min
Departure: LPA (27.931900024414062, -15.38659954071045)
Arrival: MAN (53.35369873046875, -2.2749500274658203)
Route Type: International
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