Gran Canaria to Brussels flight path: LPA to BRU

Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Gran Canaria to Brussels. The takeoff views of Gran Canaria's volcanic interior and northern coast are more visually distinctive than the landing approach over Belgium's relatively flat agricultural terrain. Right-side seats capture the more dramatic geography at departure.

During takeoff from Gran Canaria (LPA), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right-side seats offer views of Gran Canaria's interior volcanic terrain and the northern coast as the aircraft climbs northeastward. The left side faces the Atlantic Ocean with minimal visual interest during initial climb. Notable sights include: Pico de las Nieves (central volcanic peak, 6,394 ft), northern coastal cliffs near Agaete, Atlantic Ocean horizon.

When landing at Brussels Natl (BRU), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left-side seats provide views of Belgium's Meuse River valley and the approach path over the Ardennes plateau before descending into Brussels. The right side faces less distinctive terrain during final approach. Notable sights include: Meuse River valley (winding waterway), Ardennes plateau (forested upland), Brussels urban sprawl and city center, Scheldt River.

The flight from Gran Canaria (LPA) to Brussels Natl (BRU) takes about 4 hours 15 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 1,896 miles (3,051 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.

Bay of Biscay (open Atlantic waters), Iberian Peninsula coastline (Spain/Portugal border region visible as distant landmass), French Atlantic coast near Aquitaine, Loire River valley, Pyrenees Mountains (distant southern horizon during mid-flight over France)