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ZRH → ACE
Which side of the plane to sit from Zürich Airport (Zurich) to Lanzarote Airport (Arrecife)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the volcanic landscapes of Lanzarote during the approach, as well as the diverse French and Spanish interiors.
Lake Geneva
An expansive view of the crescent-shaped lake and the Jura Mountains on the Swiss-French border.
Massif Central
The ancient, dormant volcanic domes of central France provide a unique geological preview.
Western Pyrenees
Rugged limestone peaks and deep valleys marking the entrance into Spanish airspace.
Costa de la Luz
The golden Atlantic beaches of Huelva and the Doñana National Park wetlands.
Timanfaya National Park
Exceptional views of Lanzarote's 'Martian' volcanic craters and lava fields during the landing approach.
The right side is highly recommended for the arrival into Lanzarote, as most flight paths bank to reveal the island's iconic volcanic moonscape. Mid-day flights provide the best lighting for the turquoise waters of the coast.
Bernese Oberland
Stunning vistas of the high Swiss Alps and glacial peaks shortly after departure from Zurich.
Eastern Pyrenees
A dramatic crossing of the high-altitude border between France and Spain.
Seville & Andalusia
Clear views of the Guadalquivir River and the historic layout of southern Spain's capital.
Gulf of Cádiz
The deep blue transition from the Iberian Peninsula into the vast Atlantic Ocean.
Fuerteventura
During the final descent, the northern coast of Lanzarote's neighbor is often visible to the south.
Sit on the left for better views of the high Alpine peaks early in the flight and for catching the moonrise over the ocean on evening flights. It also provides a great angle of the Spanish interior plains.
Distance: 2,806 km (1,744 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 44 min
Departure: ZRH (47.464699, 8.54917)
Arrival: ACE (28.945499, -13.6052)
Route Type: International
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