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Our Recommendation
8.5

Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers a superior variety of landscapes, including initial views of the other Canary Islands, the rugged Pyrenees, and the vast lake districts of Poland and the Baltics before landing.

Right Side Highlights
8.5
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Canary Archipelago

Excellent perspectives of Gran Canaria, Fuerteventura, and Lanzarote as you head northeast.

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The Pyrenees

Stunning snow-capped vistas of the natural border between Spain and France.

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Central European Cities

Bird's eye views of the urban layouts of German and Polish cities along the flight corridor.

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Masurian Lake District

The shimmering 'Land of a Thousand Lakes' in Northern Poland before entering Baltic airspace.

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Riga Approach

Views of the Daugava River and the medieval spires of Riga's Old Town during the final descent.

The right side is ideal for catching the sunset if flying in the late afternoon. It provides more consistent land-based landmarks throughout the journey, especially over the diverse terrains of mainland Europe and the Polish lake districts.

Left Side Highlights
7.4
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Mount Teide

Dramatic views of Spain's highest peak and the volcanic caldera during the initial climb out of Tenerife.

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Bay of Biscay

The deep blue expanse of the Atlantic where it meets the northern coast of the Iberian Peninsula.

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Brittany Coastline

The jagged, rocky shores and lighthouses of western France's coastal regions.

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English Channel

Distant views of the world's busiest shipping lanes and the hazy outlines of the southern UK coast.

Sit on the left for early morning departures to enjoy the soft light hitting the volcanic slopes of Teide. This side is also better if the flight path tracks closer to the French and Dutch coasts for maritime views.

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Route Information

Distance: 4,507 km (2,801 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 5 hrs 18 min

Departure: TFS (28.044500351, -16.5725002289)

Arrival: RIX (56.92359924316406, 23.971099853515625)

Route Type: International

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