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TFS → EDI
Which side of the plane to sit from Tenerife South Airport (Tenerife) to Edinburgh Airport (Edinburgh)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers the most iconic views of the journey, including the towering peak of Mount Teide at departure and the stunning English Lake District and Firth of Forth during the arrival phase.
Mount Teide
Spain's highest peak is visible shortly after takeoff, rising majestically above the cloud layer.
Madeira Archipelago
The lush, volcanic island of Madeira often appears as a green jewel in the Atlantic to the west.
Bay of Biscay
Deep blue oceanic vistas where you can often spot large cargo ships and dramatic weather fronts.
The Lake District
Aerial views of Windermere and the rugged Cumbrian mountains as you head toward the Scottish border.
Firth of Forth
On the final approach, look for the historic Blackness Castle and the scenic coastline of Fife.
Sit on the left for the best chance to see Mount Teide at the start of the trip. For evening flights, this side also enjoys spectacular sunset views over the Atlantic and the Irish Sea. If the flight lands toward the west (Runway 24), you will get an excellent view of the Forth Bridges.
Portuguese Coastline
Views of the rugged cliffs and sandy beaches near Lisbon and the Douro River mouth at Porto.
Picos de Europa
The jagged limestone peaks of Northern Spain are often visible as the plane nears the Bay of Biscay.
The Pennines
The 'backbone of England' provides a scenic landscape of rolling hills and moorlands.
Yorkshire Dales
Characteristic stone-walled fields and green valleys visible during the transit through Northern England.
Edinburgh City Center
If landing on Runway 24, the right side offers views of Edinburgh Castle and Arthur's Seat just before touchdown.
The right side is ideal for seeing the transition from the Iberian Peninsula to the British mainland. It offers better views of the urban landscape of the UK midlands and the city of Edinburgh itself during the most common landing patterns. Morning flights on this side avoid the direct glare of the sun.
Distance: 3,276 km (2,036 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 51 min
Departure: TFS (28.044500351, -16.5725002289)
Arrival: EDI (55.95000076293945, -3.372499942779541)
Route Type: International
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