While the takeoff scenery is modest on both sides, the left side's volcanic, mountainous approach into Gran Canaria gives it a clear edge over the right side's ocean-dominated, feature-poor views.
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Flight Path
East Midlands to Gran Canaria is 1,865 miles (3,001 km), a flight of about 4 hours 15 minutes.
Bay of Biscay, Atlantic coastline near Lisbon, open Atlantic Ocean southwest of Portugal
Great circle distance and headings ›Phase by phase
Takeoff from EMA
RIGHTDeparting on runway 27 from East Midlands, the climb-out and turn south give a brief glimpse of the Trent Valley and the rolling foothills of the Peak District to the northwest on the right side, while the left side looks out over flat Leicestershire farmland with little relief.
Landing at LPA
LEFTOn the approach into LPA's runway 03, the aircraft swings around from the south, putting Gran Canaria's dramatic volcanic interior - the caldera rim and jagged peaks like Roque Nublo - on the left, while the right side faces open Atlantic water with little to see.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from East Midlands (EMA) to Gran Canaria (LPA)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from East Midlands to Gran Canaria. While the takeoff scenery is modest on both sides, the left side's volcanic, mountainous approach into Gran Canaria gives it a clear edge over the right side's ocean-dominated, feature-poor views.
What can I see during takeoff from East Midlands in East Midlands?
During takeoff from East Midlands (EMA), sit on the Right side for the best views. Departing on runway 27 from East Midlands, the climb-out and turn south give a brief glimpse of the Trent Valley and the rolling foothills of the Peak District to the northwest on the right side, while the left side looks out over flat Leicestershire farmland with little relief. Notable sights include: River Trent valley, Derby, distant Peak District foothills, Charnwood Forest uplands.
What can I see when landing at Gran Canaria in Gran Canaria?
When landing at Gran Canaria (LPA), sit on the Left side for the best views. On the approach into LPA's runway 03, the aircraft swings around from the south, putting Gran Canaria's dramatic volcanic interior - the caldera rim and jagged peaks like Roque Nublo - on the left, while the right side faces open Atlantic water with little to see. Notable sights include: Roque Nublo, Pico de las Nieves, Caldera de Bandama, Las Palmas coastline.
How long is the flight from East Midlands to Gran Canaria?
The flight from East Midlands (EMA) to Gran Canaria (LPA) takes about 4 hours 15 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 1,865 miles (3,001 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the East Midlands to Gran Canaria flight path pass over?
Bay of Biscay, Atlantic coastline near Lisbon, open Atlantic Ocean southwest of Portugal