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TFS → FRA
Which side of the plane to sit from Tenerife South Airport (Tenerife) to Frankfurt am Main Airport (Frankfurt)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior variety of geographic features, including a birds-eye view of the other Canary Islands during ascent, the rugged landscapes of the Iberian Peninsula, and a high probability of seeing the Frankfurt skyline on the final approach.
Canary Archipelago
Clear views of Gran Canaria, Fuerteventura, and Lanzarote shortly after departure.
Spanish Meseta
The high, arid plains of central Spain provide a stark, beautiful contrast to the ocean.
Madrid Region
The sprawling urban area of Spain's capital is often visible in the distance to the east.
The Pyrenees
Snow-capped peaks along the border of Spain and France are frequently visible on clear days.
Black Forest
Dense evergreen forests of southwest Germany appear as the aircraft crosses into German airspace.
Frankfurt Skyline
On many approach paths to FRA, the right side provides the best view of the Mainhattan skyscrapers.
The right side is ideal for morning and midday flights to avoid direct sunlight. It provides a more diverse sequence of landscapes, from islands and deserts to high mountains and dense forests. During winter, look for the snow line change as you move from Spain into France.
Mount Teide
Spain's highest peak dominates the landscape immediately after takeoff from Tenerife South.
Atlantic Ocean
Expansive views of the deep blue Atlantic as the flight tracks north toward the mainland.
Portuguese Coastline
Dramatic views of the cliffs and beaches near the Algarve and Lisbon regions.
Bay of Biscay
A vast expanse of water often dotted with large cargo ships and interesting cloud patterns.
Loire Valley
The winding Loire River and the lush green fields of central France as you head toward Germany.
Rhine River
The silver ribbon of the Rhine becomes visible during the descent into the Frankfurt region.
Choose the left side for sunset views if flying in the late afternoon. It is also the better side for spotting the iconic Teide volcano shortly after departure. Keep an eye out for the distinctive coastline of Sintra as you pass Portugal.
Distance: 3,239 km (2,013 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 49 min
Departure: TFS (28.044500351, -16.5725002289)
Arrival: FRA (50.033333, 8.570556)
Route Type: International
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