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VIL → LPA
Which side of the plane to sit from Dakhla Airport (Dakhla) to Gran Canaria Airport (Gran Canaria)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a front-row seat to the dramatic meeting of the Sahara Desert and the Atlantic Ocean, followed by a mountainous approach into Gran Canaria.
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Sahara Coastline
Incredible views of where the desert sands and rocky plateaus drop directly into the Atlantic surf.
Tarfaya Region
The historic Cape Juby area where the desert landscape is dotted with small salt flats and seasonal lagoons.
Gran Canaria Highlands
The rugged volcanic interior and peaks of the island as the plane turns for its final approach into LPA.
The right side is superior for desert enthusiasts. Try to book a morning flight to see the desert colors illuminated by the rising sun. Watch for the dramatic color change from desert tan to volcanic black as you approach the Canary Islands.
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Dakhla Lagoon
Aerial view of the narrow peninsula and the turquoise waters where kite surfers gather.
Atlantic Horizon
Deep blue ocean vistas providing a sense of isolation and vastness during the mid-flight transit.
Maspalomas Dunes
The famous golden sand dunes on the southern tip of Gran Canaria, visible during the final descent.
Sit on the left for the best views of the Dakhla peninsula upon takeoff. This side is also preferred during afternoon flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun reflecting off the ocean.
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Get eSIMs for SpainDistance: 472 km (293 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 47 min
Departure: VIL (23.7183, -15.932)
Arrival: LPA (27.931900024414062, -15.38659954071045)
Route Type: International
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