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Which side of the plane to sit from Paris-Orly Airport (Paris) to Gran Canaria Airport (Gran Canaria)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side is generally superior for this route, offering a spectacular sequence of the French Atlantic coastline, the Bay of Biscay, the rugged Portuguese coast, and the iconic view of Mount Teide on the horizon during the final approach.
Bay of Biscay
The dramatic transition from the French coast to the deep blue, often turbulent waters of the North Atlantic.
Picos de Europa
The jagged limestone peaks of Northern Spain rising sharply near the Cantabrian coast.
Lisbon & Tagus Estuary
On clear days, the Portuguese capital and the massive 25th of April Bridge are visible to the west.
Mount Teide
As you descend, look further west to see the 3,715m peak of Tenerife's volcano rising above the clouds.
Las Palmas City
A stunning view of the Gran Canarian capital and its 'Las Canteras' beach during the northern approach.
Puerto de la Luz
The busy industrial and cruise port of Gran Canaria just before the wheels touch down.
The right side is essential for the iconic 'volcano view.' During the final 20 minutes of the flight, keep your eyes on the horizon for Tenerife's Teide. Afternoon flights provide incredible golden-hour lighting over the Atlantic waves.
Loire Valley Chรขteaux
Bird's-eye views of the historic estates and winding rivers of central France shortly after takeoff.
Sierra de Guadarrama
The snow-capped peaks of central Spain's mountain range visible as you traverse the Iberian interior.
Seville and Andalusia
Glances of the sprawling orange-hued city of Seville and the fertile Guadalquivir valley.
Costa de la Luz
The bright white sands of the Huelva and Cรกdiz coastlines before heading out over the Atlantic.
Gran Canaria Calderas
A close view of the island's volcanic interior and eastern coastal plains during the landing pattern.
Choose the left side for morning flights to enjoy the sunrise over France and Spain without the harsh glare of the western sun. It is also the better side for viewing the agricultural patterns of the Spanish Altiplano.
Distance: 2,768 km (1,720 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 41 min
Departure: ORY (48.7233333, 2.3794444)
Arrival: LPA (27.931900024414062, -15.38659954071045)
Route Type: International
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