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Which side of the plane to sit from Paderborn Lippstadt Airport (Paderborn) to Gran Canaria Airport (Gran Canaria)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a superior vantage point for the dramatic crossing of the Pyrenees and offers a spectacular 'island-hopping' view of Lanzarote and Fuerteventura during the final approach phase.
The Pyrenees
A stunning aerial crossing of the rugged mountain range separating France and Spain.
Castilian Plateau
The vast, golden-hued high plains of central Spain stretching toward the horizon.
Gulf of CΓ‘diz
The transition from the Iberian Peninsula into the deep blue of the Atlantic Ocean.
Lanzarote & Fuerteventura
Bird's-eye views of the volcanic craters and turquoise waters of the eastern Canary Islands.
Playa del InglΓ©s
A glimpse of the famous sand dunes of Maspalomas just before touchdown.
For morning flights, the left side avoids the harshest direct sunlight. Keep your camera ready about 90 minutes after takeoff for the Pyrenees. As you descend, the 'island-hopping' view of the eastern Canaries is best captured from this side.
Bordeaux Region
The famous vineyards and the Gironde estuary of southwest France.
Bay of Biscay
The dramatic coastline where the French and Spanish borders meet at the sea.
Portuguese Atlantic Coast
Distant views of the rugged cliffs and sandy beaches of Portugal.
Atlantic Shipping Lanes
Clear views of cargo ships navigating the vast expanse of the open ocean.
Las Palmas
A detailed view of the bustling port and capital city during the final descent.
Pico de las Nieves
The central volcanic peaks of Gran Canaria visible as the plane banks toward the runway.
The right side is ideal for evening flights to witness the sunset over the Atlantic. During the final approach, this side offers the best view of the island's mountainous interior and the urban landscape of Las Palmas.
Distance: 3,306 km (2,054 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 53 min
Departure: PAD (51.614101409899995, 8.616319656369999)
Arrival: LPA (27.931900024414062, -15.38659954071045)
Route Type: International
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