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TFS → RIX
Which side of the plane to sit from Tenerife South Airport (Tenerife) to Riga International Airport (Riga)?
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.
Canary Archipelago
Excellent perspectives of Gran Canaria, Fuerteventura, and Lanzarote as you head northeast.
The Pyrenees
Stunning snow-capped vistas of the natural border between Spain and France.
Central European Cities
Bird's eye views of the urban layouts of German and Polish cities along the flight corridor.
Masurian Lake District
The shimmering 'Land of a Thousand Lakes' in Northern Poland before entering Baltic airspace.
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.
Mount Teide
Dramatic views of Spain's highest peak and the volcanic caldera during the initial climb out of Tenerife.
Bay of Biscay
The deep blue expanse of the Atlantic where it meets the northern coast of the Iberian Peninsula.
Brittany Coastline
The jagged, rocky shores and lighthouses of western France's coastal regions.
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.
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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