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TFS → SDR
Which side of the plane to sit from Tenerife South Airport (Tenerife) to Santander Airport (Santander)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side is generally superior for this route as it offers the best views of neighboring Canary Islands during departure and a breathtaking approach over the Picos de Europa and the Bay of Santander.
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Gran Canaria
Excellent aerial views of the circular neighboring island and its central mountain peaks shortly after departure.
Spanish Meseta
The vast, golden high plains of Castile and León, featuring geometric agricultural patterns and winding river beds.
Picos de Europa
Stunning limestone peaks and deep green valleys of the Cantabrian Mountains during the descent phase.
Santander Bay
A spectacular view of the Palacio de la Magdalena and the curved bay area just before landing at SDR.
Castilian Towns
Spot historic settlements and fortifications scattered across the plains of the Spanish interior.
The right side is a must for the arrival phase; the view of the Picos de Europa 20 minutes before landing is world-class. For afternoon flights, the lighting on the Cantabrian cliffs is exceptional. Try to sit away from the wing to fully appreciate the descent over the Bay of Biscay coastline.
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Mount Teide
Dramatic views of the massive volcanic peak and the surrounding Las Cañadas caldera immediately after takeoff.
Atlantic Expanse
Uninterrupted views of the deep blue Atlantic Ocean during the cruise phase towards the Iberian Peninsula.
Portuguese Coastline
Distant glimpses of the rugged western coast of Portugal, including the Estoril coast near Lisbon.
Galician Rias
The jagged coastline of Galicia with its unique fjord-like inlets as the plane enters Spanish airspace.
Sea of Clouds
Typical trade wind cloud formations that often settle against the northern slopes of the islands.
Select the left side for morning departures to avoid the harsh southern sun. It provides a great perspective of Teide's north face if the aircraft circles the island after takeoff. Keep an eye out for the distinctive coastline of Cape Finisterre as you transition from the ocean to the mainland.
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Get eSIMs for SpainDistance: 2,056 km (1,278 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 44 min
Departure: TFS (28.044500351, -16.5725002289)
Arrival: SDR (43.427101135253906, -3.82000994682312)
Route Type: Domestic
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