LPA → RAI

Pico de las Nieves

The rugged, mountainous heart of Gran Canaria visible immediately after takeoff from LPA airport.

Mount Teide

On clear days, Spain's highest peak on the neighboring island of Tenerife stands out on the western horizon.

Atlantic Vastness

Deep azure waters of the Atlantic, occasionally dotted with cargo ships on the major shipping lanes.

Pico do Fogo

The spectacular 2,829-meter active volcano on Fogo Island is often visible to the west during the descent into Santiago.

Serra da Malagueta

The jagged green peaks and deep valleys of northern Santiago island as the plane turns for its landing pattern.

Maspalomas Dunes

Aerial views of the massive golden sand dunes on the southern tip of Gran Canaria during departure.

Saharan Coastline

Depending on the flight path, the stark boundary where the Western Sahara desert meets the Atlantic Ocean is visible.

Maio Island

A view of the flat, sandy island of Maio appearing as a pale gem in the blue water just before landing in Praia.

Port of Praia

The bustling maritime activity and the coastline of the capital city as the plane makes its final approach.