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NTE → TFS
Which side of the plane to sit from Nantes Atlantique Airport (Nantes) to Tenerife South Airport (Tenerife)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a scenic corridor along the European Atlantic coast, featuring the Loire estuary, the Portuguese capital, and a spectacular approach past Gran Canaria.
Loire Estuary
Witness the grand meeting of France's longest river and the Atlantic Ocean shortly after takeoff from Nantes.
Picos de Europa
On clear days, the jagged limestone peaks of Northern Spain are visible across the Bay of Biscay.
Lisbon Skyline
An excellent view of the Tagus River, the Vasco da Gama Bridge, and the sprawling white hills of Lisbon.
Algarve Cliffs
The dramatic transition from the Portuguese mainland to the open sea, marked by golden sandstone cliffs.
Gran Canaria
As you descend into Tenerife South, you will pass close to the volcanic peaks and coastline of the neighboring island.
Choose a window seat forward of the wing to avoid engine heat haze. For morning flights, the left side is perfectly lit by the eastern sun, making the Portuguese coast highly photogenic. During the descent, keep your camera ready for the sudden appearance of Gran Canaria's volcanic landscape just before the final turn.
Galician Rias
The rugged northwest coast of Spain, known for its deep, fjord-like inlets and wild Atlantic waves.
Atlantic Horizon
Vast, therapeutic views of the open ocean where you can occasionally spot the wake of cargo ships far below.
Sea of Clouds
The 'Mar de Nubes' phenomenon where trade winds trap white clouds against the island's steep slopes.
Mount Teide
The massive silhouette of Spain's highest peak often becomes visible on the right during the initial descent into the archipelago.
Oceanic Sunset
Witness the sun setting over the endless Atlantic horizon on late afternoon or evening flights.
The right side is ideal for late afternoon flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun while enjoying the sunset. It offers the best chance to see the full height of Mount Teide as the aircraft aligns for landing at Tenerife South, particularly if the flight path approaches the island from the northwest.
Distance: 2,491 km (1,548 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 19 min
Departure: NTE (47.15319824220001, -1.61073005199)
Arrival: TFS (28.044500351, -16.5725002289)
Route Type: International
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