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Our Recommendation
8.5

Left Side of the Plane

The Left Side is superior for this route as it typically provides a direct view of Mount Teide upon departure from Tenerife, followed by the stunning Atlantic coastline of Portugal and the iconic Land's End in Cornwall during the UK approach.

Left Side Highlights
8.5
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Mount Teide

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

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La Palma & La Gomera

Clear views of the western Canary Islands rising from the Atlantic as the plane climbs North.

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Portuguese Coastline

Frequent sightings of the rugged cliffs near Sagres and the sprawling Tagus estuary by Lisbon.

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Sintra-Cascais

Spot the historic palaces and forested hills of the Sintra mountain range near the Portuguese capital.

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Cornish Coastline

The first sight of the UK is often the turquoise waters of St Ives Bay and the tip of Land's End.

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Snowdonia National Park

During descent, the dramatic peaks of North Wales, including Snowdon, are often visible to the west.

To maximize views of Mount Teide, sit on the left; the plane usually banks northwards immediately after a southern takeoff. For daylight flights, the left side avoids direct afternoon sun glare when heading north. Keep your camera ready about 30 minutes before landing for the jagged Welsh coastline.

Right Side Highlights
7.2
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Gran Canaria

Panoramic views of the neighboring island's mountainous interior and dunes shortly after departure.

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Bay of Biscay

A vast expanse of deep blue water often featuring large cargo ships and intricate cloud patterns.

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Brest & Brittany

The westernmost tip of France, characterized by a highly indented coastline and numerous lighthouses.

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Bristol Channel

Views of the Severn Bridge and the transition from the West Country into the Welsh Marches.

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The Cotswolds

Rolling green hills and the patchwork fields of middle England during the initial descent phase.

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Manchester City Centre

A view of the Beetham Tower and Deansgate Square skyscrapers just before touching down at MAN.

The right side is excellent for catching the sunrise on early morning departures or seeing the French coast of Brittany. If the flight path takes an easterly route over the UK, you will get a great view of the Peak District's edges. Check the 'Manchester Airport' arrival patterns; if landing on Runway 23R, the right side sees the city.

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Route Information

Distance: 3,048 km (1,894 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 35 min

Departure: TFS (28.044500351, -16.5725002289)

Arrival: MAN (53.35369873046875, -2.2749500274658203)

Route Type: International

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