While takeoff offers excellent volcanic scenery on the right, the landing approach on the left provides more sustained and dramatic views of Ireland's geography—the Wicklow Mountains, Dublin Bay, and the city itself. The left side captures the visual payoff of the entire journey.
Flight Path
The flight path crosses the Bay of Biscay (relatively featureless open ocean), then passes over the Celtic Sea and approaches the Irish coast near the Pembrokeshire Peninsula in Wales (visible from altitude as a small rocky protrusion). The flight then tracks northeast across the Irish Sea toward Dublin. No major landmarks are visible during the mid-ocean portion, but the transition from open Atlantic to the Irish coastline marks the final 90 minutes of flight.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Tenerife Norte (TFN) to Dublin (DUB)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Tenerife to Dublin. While takeoff offers excellent volcanic scenery on the right, the landing approach on the left provides more sustained and dramatic views of Ireland's geography—the Wicklow Mountains, Dublin Bay, and the city itself. The left side captures the visual payoff of the entire journey.
What can I see during takeoff from Tenerife Norte in Tenerife?
During takeoff from Tenerife Norte (TFN), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right side offers immediate views of Tenerife's northern coast and the Atlantic. The aircraft departs northwesterly, so right-side seats face toward the ocean and the dramatic volcanic terrain of the island's interior. Notable sights include: Anaga Mountains (northeast Tenerife), Atlantic coastline north of Puerto de la Cruz, Icod de los Vinos valley, Pico del Teide (visible as a distant peak inland during climb).
What can I see when landing at Dublin in Dublin?
When landing at Dublin (DUB), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left side provides the best views during the final approach into Dublin. Aircraft descend from the southwest over the Irish Sea, and left-side seats face toward the Wicklow Mountains and the Dublin Bay coastline as you approach. Notable sights include: Wicklow Mountains (south of Dublin), Dublin Bay and Howth Peninsula, River Liffey estuary, Dublin city center and Docklands.
How long is the flight from Tenerife to Dublin?
The flight from Tenerife Norte (TFN) to Dublin (DUB) takes Approximately 4 hours 15 minutes.
What does the Tenerife to Dublin flight path pass over?
The flight path crosses the Bay of Biscay (relatively featureless open ocean), then passes over the Celtic Sea and approaches the Irish coast near the Pembrokeshire Peninsula in Wales (visible from altitude as a small rocky protrusion). The flight then tracks northeast across the Irish Sea toward Dublin. No major landmarks are visible during the mid-ocean portion, but the transition from open Atlantic to the Irish coastline marks the final 90 minutes of flight.