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ORY β TFN
Which side of the plane to sit from Paris-Orly Airport (Paris) to Tenerife Norte Airport (Tenerife)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior view of the European mainland during departure and, most importantly, the iconic peak of Mount Teide during the approach into Tenerife Norte.
Loire Valley ChΓ’teaux
Aerial views of the winding Loire River and the historic estates scattered across the French countryside shortly after takeoff.
Iberian Interior
Dramatic contrast as the plane crosses the arid, golden landscapes of Extremadura and the Spanish-Portuguese border.
Tagus River
The longest river in the Iberian Peninsula visible as the flight path heads toward the Atlantic.
Mount Teide
Spain's highest peak is the star of the approach, usually visible rising above the cloud layer as you descend into TFN.
Sit on the left for the best chance to see the Teide volcano during the standard STAR (Standard Terminal Arrival Route) into TFN. For morning flights, this side will be away from the direct sun, providing better conditions for photography without glare.
Biscay Coastline
Views of the rugged Atlantic coast of France and the expansive Bay of Biscay early in the journey.
Madeira Archipelago
If the flight path is westerly, look out for the lush green peaks of Madeira and Porto Santo emerging from the Atlantic.
Anaga Rural Park
The ancient laurel forests and sharp ridges of the northeastern tip of Tenerife are visible during the final minutes of flight.
Atlantic Horizon
Uninterrupted views of the sunset over the ocean for late afternoon departures from Paris.
The right side is ideal for evening flights to catch the sunset over the Atlantic Ocean. While you might miss the direct view of Teide on some approaches, you get a beautiful view of the Anaga mountains and the coastline of Tenerife Norte as the plane turns for the runway.
Distance: 2,761 km (1,716 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 41 min
Departure: ORY (48.7233333, 2.3794444)
Arrival: TFN (28.4827003479, -16.341499328599998)
Route Type: International
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