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PAD → ACE
Which side of the plane to sit from Paderborn Lippstadt Airport (Paderborn) to Lanzarote Airport (Arrecife)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior perspective of the rugged Atlantic coastline of Spain and Portugal, and most importantly, provides the iconic aerial view of the Chinijo Archipelago and the volcanic Timanfaya landscapes upon approach into Lanzarote.
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A Coruña
The rugged tip of Galicia, featuring the Tower of Hercules and the 'Glass City' architecture.
Bay of Biscay
Dramatic transition from the European continental shelf to the deep blue Atlantic.
Chinijo Archipelago
A breathtaking view of La Graciosa, Alegranza, and Montaña Clara islands just before landing.
Famara Cliffs
Towering 600-meter high basalt cliffs that drop vertically into the ocean.
Timanfaya National Park
The 'Mountains of Fire' and vast lava fields resembling a Martian landscape on final descent.
The right side is essential for the scenic 'North approach' into Lanzarote. Request a window seat forward of the wing to avoid engine heat haze. For evening flights, this side experiences the full intensity of the Atlantic sunset. Watch for the 'Green Flash' phenomenon as the sun disappears over the horizon.
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Teutoburg Forest
Dense green ridges and rolling hills immediately after takeoff from Paderborn.
Loire Valley
Glittering river bends and historic estates as you cross central France.
Cantabrian Mountains
The snow-capped peaks of Northern Spain visible if the route tracks slightly inland.
Algarve Coastline
The golden cliffs and turquoise waters of Southern Portugal during the transition to the Atlantic.
Los Ajaches
The oldest volcanic formations on Lanzarote visible during the final turn for landing.
Sit on the left for softer lighting during afternoon flights, as the sun will be on the opposite side. This side is also better for spotting the distant Moroccan coastline if the flight path takes a more easterly airway. During landing at ACE, you may see the neighbor island of Fuerteventura to the south.
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Get eSIMs for SpainDistance: 3,121 km (1,939 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 40 min
Departure: PAD (51.614101409899995, 8.616319656369999)
Arrival: ACE (28.945499, -13.6052)
Route Type: International
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