Right-side seats provide superior scenery for the majority of the flight. Takeoff offers excellent Galician coastal views, and the right side maintains better visibility of the Atlantic crossing and the approach to Tenerife's western and southern coasts.
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Flight Path
Santiago to Tenerife is 1,123 miles (1,807 km), a flight of about 2 hours 50 minutes.
The flight path crosses the Atlantic Ocean southwest from Galicia. Notable features include the open Atlantic with occasional cloud formations, and as you approach the Canary Islands, the volcanic peaks of Gran Canaria and Tenerife become visible on the horizon. The islands' distinctive volcanic cones and calderas are visible from altitude, particularly Tenerife's Teide region (though Teide itself at 12,198 feet may be obscured by clouds). The approach to Tenerife Sur passes over the southern coastal waters and the dramatic volcanic landscape of the island's southern region.
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from SCQ
RIGHTRight-side seats capture the Galician coastline and the Ría de Arousa estuary system as the aircraft climbs southwestward. You'll see the Atlantic coast and inland waterways receding beneath you.
Landing at TFS
LEFTLeft-side seats offer the best views during descent into Tenerife Sur. You'll see the southern coast of Tenerife, including the volcanic terrain and the approach over the Atlantic toward the island's southern tip.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Santiago (SCQ) to Tenerife Sur (TFS)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Santiago to Tenerife. Right-side seats provide superior scenery for the majority of the flight. Takeoff offers excellent Galician coastal views, and the right side maintains better visibility of the Atlantic crossing and the approach to Tenerife's western and southern coasts.
What can I see during takeoff from Santiago in Santiago?
During takeoff from Santiago (SCQ), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right-side seats capture the Galician coastline and the Ría de Arousa estuary system as the aircraft climbs southwestward. You'll see the Atlantic coast and inland waterways receding beneath you. Notable sights include: Ría de Arousa (large estuary system), Atlantic coastline, Galician hills, Santiago city sprawl.
What can I see when landing at Tenerife Sur in Tenerife?
When landing at Tenerife Sur (TFS), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left-side seats offer the best views during descent into Tenerife Sur. You'll see the southern coast of Tenerife, including the volcanic terrain and the approach over the Atlantic toward the island's southern tip. Notable sights include: Tenerife's volcanic landscape, southern coastline, Atlantic Ocean approach, Canary Islands terrain.
How long is the flight from Santiago to Tenerife?
The flight from Santiago (SCQ) to Tenerife Sur (TFS) takes about 2 hours 50 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 1,123 miles (1,807 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Santiago to Tenerife flight path pass over?
The flight path crosses the Atlantic Ocean southwest from Galicia. Notable features include the open Atlantic with occasional cloud formations, and as you approach the Canary Islands, the volcanic peaks of Gran Canaria and Tenerife become visible on the horizon. The islands' distinctive volcanic cones and calderas are visible from altitude, particularly Tenerife's Teide region (though Teide itself at 12,198 feet may be obscured by clouds). The approach to Tenerife Sur passes over the southern coastal waters and the dramatic volcanic landscape of the island's southern region.