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Which side of the plane to sit from Santander Airport (Santander) to Gran Canaria Airport (Gran Canaria)?
Left Side of the Plane
The Left Side provides a superior vantage point for the departure over Santander's stunning bay and the most direct views of the Canary archipelago as you approach Gran Canaria.
BahΓa de Santander
Unmatched views of the city of Santander, the Magdalena Peninsula, and the entire bay area immediately after takeoff.
Meseta Central
The vast, golden-hued landscapes of Castilla y LeΓ³n, characterized by wide agricultural plains and historic settlements.
Sierra Morena
The rugged southern boundary of the Spanish plateau, offering dramatic terrain transitions before reaching Andalusia.
Costa de la Luz
The sparkling coastline of Huelva and the mouth of the Guadalquivir river as the aircraft exits the mainland.
Lanzarote and Fuerteventura
During the final 20 minutes of the flight, look east to spot the volcanic profiles of the easternmost Canary Islands.
Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
The vibrant capital and its busy port are often visible during the descent and final turn toward the runway.
Sit on the left for morning flights to keep the sun behind you. This side is also preferred for seeing the unique 'L'-shaped layout of the Canary Islands as they emerge from the Atlantic. If the plane lands from the north, you'll get a perfect view of the Isleta and Las Canteras beach.
Picos de Europa
The jagged, snow-capped limestone peaks of the Cantabrian Mountains visible shortly after leaving the coast.
Duero Valley
The fertile river valley near the Portuguese border, known for its deep canyons and wine country.
Extremadura Dehesas
The unique oak forests and traditional pasture lands of western Spain, offering a distinct green-and-brown mosaic.
Atlantic Ocean
The deep blue expanse of the ocean dominates this side for about an hour of the flight time.
Mount Teide
Spain's highest peak on Tenerife is often visible on the western horizon during the approach to Gran Canaria.
Gran Canaria North Coast
Detailed views of the rugged cliffs and steep ravines (barrancos) of the island's northern shoreline.
The right side is the 'sunset side' for evening flights, offering spectacular colors over the water. The highlight here is undoubtedly the distant view of Mount Teide poking through the clouds as you descend, which is best seen when the air is clear in the afternoon.
Distance: 2,010 km (1,249 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 41 min
Departure: SDR (43.427101135253906, -3.82000994682312)
Arrival: LPA (27.931900024414062, -15.38659954071045)
Route Type: Domestic
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