The left side wins overall because the Tenerife departure offers a rare, dramatic volcanic landscape (Mount Teide) that outshines the more subtle Firth of Forth views on landing, even though the cruise itself is mostly open Atlantic on both sides.
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Flight Path
Tenerife to Edinburgh is 2,036 miles (3,276 km), a flight of about 4 hours 30 minutes.
Open Atlantic Ocean west of the Iberian Peninsula, Bay of Biscay, and the approach toward the British Isles with occasional views of the Cornish or Welsh coastline depending on routing
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from TFS
LEFTDeparting TFS on runway 07, the aircraft climbs northeast then banks north toward the UK, putting Mount Teide's volcanic cone and the rugged northern coastline of Tenerife squarely on the left side. This is a striking, dramatic departure view rarely matched later in the flight.
Landing at EDI
RIGHTEdinburgh's runway 24 is typically approached from the northeast, meaning the aircraft descends over the Firth of Forth before turning onto final. This puts the Forth bridges and the Fife coastline on the right side of the cabin during the descent.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Tenerife Sur (TFS) to Edinburgh (EDI)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Tenerife to Edinburgh. The left side wins overall because the Tenerife departure offers a rare, dramatic volcanic landscape (Mount Teide) that outshines the more subtle Firth of Forth views on landing, even though the cruise itself is mostly open Atlantic on both sides.
What can I see during takeoff from Tenerife Sur in Tenerife?
During takeoff from Tenerife Sur (TFS), sit on the Left side for the best views. Departing TFS on runway 07, the aircraft climbs northeast then banks north toward the UK, putting Mount Teide's volcanic cone and the rugged northern coastline of Tenerife squarely on the left side. This is a striking, dramatic departure view rarely matched later in the flight. Notable sights include: Mount Teide volcano, Tenerife's northern cliffs and barrancos, Los Gigantes coastline in the distance.
What can I see when landing at Edinburgh in Edinburgh?
When landing at Edinburgh (EDI), sit on the Right side for the best views. Edinburgh's runway 24 is typically approached from the northeast, meaning the aircraft descends over the Firth of Forth before turning onto final. This puts the Forth bridges and the Fife coastline on the right side of the cabin during the descent. Notable sights include: Firth of Forth estuary, Forth Bridge and Forth Road Bridge, Fife coastline.
How long is the flight from Tenerife to Edinburgh?
The flight from Tenerife Sur (TFS) to Edinburgh (EDI) takes about 4 hours 30 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 2,036 miles (3,276 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Tenerife to Edinburgh flight path pass over?
Open Atlantic Ocean west of the Iberian Peninsula, Bay of Biscay, and the approach toward the British Isles with occasional views of the Cornish or Welsh coastline depending on routing