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TFS → BLQ
Which side of the plane to sit from Tenerife South Airport (Tenerife) to Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport (Bologna)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior sequence of iconic landmarks including the Strait of Gibraltar, the Sierra Nevada mountains, and the Balearic Islands.
Canary Islands Panorama
Spectacular views of Gran Canaria and potentially Fuerteventura shortly after takeoff.
Strait of Gibraltar
The dramatic meeting point of Europe and Africa, with the Rock of Gibraltar clearly visible.
Sierra Nevada
The highest peaks in mainland Spain, often featuring dramatic snow cover throughout spring.
Balearic Archipelago
Breathtaking views of the turquoise waters surrounding Ibiza, Mallorca, and Menorca.
Apennine Mountains
The final descent offers a rugged view of the mountain range that forms the spine of Italy.
Sit on the right for the most geographic variety. Landmark spotting begins approx 90 minutes after departure with the African coastline. During descent into Bologna, look for the red-roofed historic center and the Sanctuary of San Luca on the hills.
Atlantic Ocean
Expansive views of the deep blue Atlantic as you leave the Canary archipelago.
Costa de la Luz
The entry point into mainland Europe over the sandy shores of southwestern Spain.
Castilian Plateau
Aerial perspective of the vast, high-altitude Spanish Meseta and its unique grid patterns.
Distant Alps
On clear days during the descent, the snow-capped peaks of the Alps appear on the northern horizon.
The left side is ideal for avoiding direct sunlight during daytime flights, providing soft lighting for landscape photography over mainland Spain. Keep an eye out for the Tagus River carving through the landscape.
Distance: 3,073 km (1,909 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 37 min
Departure: TFS (28.044500351, -16.5725002289)
Arrival: BLQ (44.5354, 11.2887)
Route Type: International
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