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STN → TFS
Which side of the plane to sit from London Stansted Airport (London) to Tenerife South Airport (Tenerife)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side of the aircraft offers a spectacular sequence of coastal landscapes, the rugged Picos de Europa mountains in Spain, and the most iconic view of Mount Teide upon the final approach to Tenerife.
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English Channel
Views of the Isle of Wight and the French Normandy coast as the plane leaves British airspace.
Picos de Europa
The dramatic, snow-capped limestone peaks of Northern Spain as you cross the Bay of Biscay.
Portuguese Coastline
The rugged cliffs of the Iberian Peninsula and the mouth of the Tagus River near Lisbon.
Mount Teide
Spain's highest peak and the volcanic heart of Tenerife, often seen piercing through the cloud layer.
Costa Adeje
The turquoise waters and resorts of the southern coast of Tenerife just minutes before touchdown.
The right side is the clear winner for the 'Teide reveal.' As the plane approaches the Canary Islands, the volcano usually sits prominently to the right. For the best photography, choose a seat ahead of the wing to avoid engine heat haze. Afternoon flights on this side offer incredible golden hour views of the Atlantic coastline.
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Greater London
Aerial views of the Thames Estuary and the sprawling suburbs of South East London shortly after takeoff.
Loire Valley
Deep views into the heart of western France, often catching glimpses of historic river settlements.
Andalusian Plains
The golden, arid landscapes of Southern Spain and the Guadalquivir river basin near Seville.
Gran Canaria
A distant but clear view of the neighboring island of Gran Canaria rising from the Atlantic as you descend.
Santa Cruz de Tenerife
The capital city and industrial ports on the northeast coast of the island visible during the final leg.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun over the Atlantic. During the descent into TFS, keep your eyes peeled for the silhouette of Gran Canaria on the horizon. This side is often better for seeing the urban sprawl of Tenerife's capital as the plane tracks down the eastern coast.
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Get eSIMs for SpainDistance: 2,997 km (1,862 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 4 hrs
Departure: STN (51.8849983215, 0.234999999404)
Arrival: TFS (28.044500351, -16.5725002289)
Route Type: International
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