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Which side of the plane to sit from Tenerife South Airport (Tenerife) to Hannover Airport (Hannover)?

Our Recommendation
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Right Side of the Plane

The right side is superior for this route as it provides an immediate, iconic view of Mount Teide upon departure and a diverse panorama of the European mainland, including the French river valleys and major urban centers.

Right Side Highlights
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Mount Teide

Unrivaled views of Spain's highest peak and the volcanic craters of Tenerife immediately after takeoff.

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Eastern Canary Islands

Distant views of Gran Canaria and Fuerteventura as the plane climbs and turns north-northeast.

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Loire Valley

The winding Loire River and the lush landscape of Central France, known for its historic chΓ’teaux.

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Paris Area

On clear days, the urban sprawl of Paris and the Eiffel Tower may be visible from a distance as you bypass the city to the west.

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Ruhr Valley

The dense industrial heartland of Germany, visible shortly before the descent into Hannover.

Sit on the right for the best departure views of Mount Teide, which is the highlight of the trip. Morning flights are better on this side to avoid the harsh afternoon sun. Pay close attention about 3 hours into the flight for the distinctive grid patterns and river loops of the French countryside.

Left Side Highlights
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Atlantic Ocean Expanse

Stunning deep blue waters and complex cloud formations during the initial long stretch over the Atlantic.

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Madeira Archipelago

The lush, mountainous Portuguese island of Madeira is often visible to the west about 45-60 minutes into the flight.

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Brittany Coast

The rugged, rocky coastline of Northwest France with its numerous lighthouses and deep bays.

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English Channel

View of the busy shipping lanes and the distant horizon where the Atlantic meets the North Sea.

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Dutch Delta

The intricate network of islands and dikes along the Zeeland and South Holland coastline.

The left side is ideal for late afternoon or evening flights to catch the sunset over the Atlantic. Use a flight tracker to see if the path goes directly over Madeira, as it provides a great photo opportunity from this side. On the approach to Hannover, this side often sees the Steinhuder Meer lake.

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Route Information

Distance: 3,473 km (2,158 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 4 hrs 5 min

Departure: TFS (28.044500351, -16.5725002289)

Arrival: HAJ (52.461101532, 9.68507957458)

Route Type: International

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