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LTN → LPA
Which side of the plane to sit from London Luton Airport (London) to Gran Canaria Airport (Gran Canaria)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior coastal views of Western Europe and the dramatic approach to the Canary Islands, including a high probability of spotting Mount Teide on Tenerife during the final descent.
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English South Coast
Clear views of the Solent, the Isle of Wight, and the Needles rock formations before crossing the Channel.
Brittany Peninsula
The wild, rocky western tip of France, specifically the Finistère region, often visible between cloud breaks.
Galician Rias
The deep, fjord-like coastal inlets of Northwest Spain, offering a stunning contrast between green mountains and blue water.
Tenerife & Teide
On clear days, the massive 3,715m peak of Mount Teide on the neighboring island of Tenerife rises majestically above the clouds.
Agaete Cliffs
The dramatic 'Dragon's Tail' cliffs on the northwest coast of Gran Canaria visible during the standard arrival route.
The right side is unbeatable for sunsets on evening flights as you fly south along the Atlantic corridor. Keep your camera ready about 20 minutes before landing to capture the neighboring islands. For the best view of the Isle of Wight, look out within the first 15 minutes of the flight.
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Greater London
Aerial views of the sprawling London outskirts and the Thames Valley shortly after departure from Luton.
Loire Estuary
Glimpses of the French coastline where the Loire River meets the Atlantic near Saint-Nazaire.
Alentejo Coastline
The rugged and less-developed southern coastline of Portugal with its distinct golden cliffs.
Port of Las Palmas
A detailed view of the massive shipping port and the capital city's urban layout during the final approach.
Bandama Caldera
A striking ancient volcanic crater located inland, visible as the plane banks toward the airport runway.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. It provides excellent views of the Gran Canaria landmass and the city of Las Palmas as you prepare for landing. Look out for the Tagus River estuary if the flight path tracks slightly inland over Lisbon.
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Get eSIMs for SpainDistance: 2,941 km (1,827 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 55 min
Departure: LTN (51.87469863891602, -0.36833301186561584)
Arrival: LPA (27.931900024414062, -15.38659954071045)
Route Type: International
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