The right side offers volcanic terrain at takeoff, intermittent views of the Iberian and Moroccan coastlines during cruise, and estuary and hill scenery on approach into Bristol, while the left side is dominated by featureless open Atlantic for most of the flight.
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Flight Path
Lanzerote to Bristol is 1,649 miles (2,654 km), a flight of about 4 hours 15 minutes.
The route passes west of the Iberian Peninsula, tracking north over the Atlantic past the coasts of Portugal and Galicia before crossing into the Bay of Biscay toward southwest England.
Great circle distance and headings ›Phase by phase
Takeoff from ACE
RIGHTDeparting on runway 03 the aircraft climbs northeast over Lanzarote's volcanic cones and calderas before banking north. Passengers on the right get a clear view of the island's dark lava fields and the neighboring island of Fuerteventura, while the left side only sees open Atlantic almost immediately.
Landing at BRS
RIGHTOn approach into Bristol, aircraft using runway 27 typically fly a route from the southeast, crossing the Severn Estuary and the Somerset Levels before turning onto final. The right side offers glimpses of the Welsh coastline and the estuary's mudflats, while the left side mostly shows the flatter Somerset countryside.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Lanzarote (ACE) to Bristol (BRS)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Lanzerote to Bristol. The right side offers volcanic terrain at takeoff, intermittent views of the Iberian and Moroccan coastlines during cruise, and estuary and hill scenery on approach into Bristol, while the left side is dominated by featureless open Atlantic for most of the flight.
What can I see during takeoff from Lanzarote in Lanzerote?
During takeoff from Lanzarote (ACE), sit on the Right side for the best views. Departing on runway 03 the aircraft climbs northeast over Lanzarote's volcanic cones and calderas before banking north. Passengers on the right get a clear view of the island's dark lava fields and the neighboring island of Fuerteventura, while the left side only sees open Atlantic almost immediately. Notable sights include: Lanzarote's volcanic caldera fields, Timanfaya National Park, Fuerteventura coastline, Atlantic Ocean horizon.
What can I see when landing at Bristol in Bristol?
When landing at Bristol (BRS), sit on the Right side for the best views. On approach into Bristol, aircraft using runway 27 typically fly a route from the southeast, crossing the Severn Estuary and the Somerset Levels before turning onto final. The right side offers glimpses of the Welsh coastline and the estuary's mudflats, while the left side mostly shows the flatter Somerset countryside. Notable sights include: Severn Estuary, Welsh coastline near Cardiff, Mendip Hills, Somerset Levels.
How long is the flight from Lanzerote to Bristol?
The flight from Lanzarote (ACE) to Bristol (BRS) takes about 4 hours 15 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 1,649 miles (2,654 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Lanzerote to Bristol flight path pass over?
The route passes west of the Iberian Peninsula, tracking north over the Atlantic past the coasts of Portugal and Galicia before crossing into the Bay of Biscay toward southwest England.