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TFS β HAJ
Which side of the plane to sit from Tenerife South Airport (Tenerife) to Hannover Airport (Hannover)?
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.
Mount Teide
Unrivaled views of Spain's highest peak and the volcanic craters of Tenerife immediately after takeoff.
Eastern Canary Islands
Distant views of Gran Canaria and Fuerteventura as the plane climbs and turns north-northeast.
Loire Valley
The winding Loire River and the lush landscape of Central France, known for its historic chΓ’teaux.
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.
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.
Atlantic Ocean Expanse
Stunning deep blue waters and complex cloud formations during the initial long stretch over the Atlantic.
Madeira Archipelago
The lush, mountainous Portuguese island of Madeira is often visible to the west about 45-60 minutes into the flight.
Brittany Coast
The rugged, rocky coastline of Northwest France with its numerous lighthouses and deep bays.
English Channel
View of the busy shipping lanes and the distant horizon where the Atlantic meets the North Sea.
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.
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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