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SDR → ACE
Which side of the plane to sit from Santander Airport (Santander) to Lanzarote Airport (Arrecife)?
Right Side of the Plane
While both sides offer glimpses of northern Spain, the Right Side is superior for the arrival phase, providing unparalleled views of Lanzarote's dramatic volcanic landscape, including Timanfaya National Park and the rugged western coastline, which are the highlights of the journey.
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Portuguese Atlantic Coast
Deep blue vistas where the Iberian Peninsula meets the Atlantic, often featuring dramatic cloud formations.
Timanfaya National Park
A stunning 'Martian' landscape of volcanic craters and lava fields visible during the final approach.
Chinijo Archipelago
Breathtaking views of the smaller islands north of Lanzarote as the aircraft begins its descent.
Costa Teguise
The white-washed architecture and turquoise bays of Lanzarote's eastern shore just before touchdown.
The right side is the 'money side' for the landing. Choose a window seat forward of the wing to ensure an unobstructed view of the volcanic craters. Mid-day flights provide the best light to see the vibrant contrast between the dark lava and the blue ocean.
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Picos de Europa
The snow-capped limestone peaks of northern Spain are visible shortly after takeoff from Santander.
Castilian Plateau
Vast stretches of agricultural land and geometric fields across the high plains of central Spain.
Seville & Guadalquivir
Distant views of the Andalusian capital and the winding river leading toward the Atlantic.
African Horizon
On clear days, the hazy silhouette of the Moroccan coastline may appear on the horizon during the ocean crossing.
Sit on the left for early views of the Picos de Europa mountains. During the descent into Lanzarote, you might see the small island of La Graciosa if the plane approaches from the north. Morning flights are ideal to have the sun behind you, illuminating the Spanish mainland.
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Get eSIMs for SpainDistance: 1,831 km (1,138 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 26 min
Departure: SDR (43.427101135253906, -3.82000994682312)
Arrival: ACE (28.945499, -13.6052)
Route Type: Domestic
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