The left side delivers the most dramatic scenery during the critical early climb out of Zurich, with Lake Zurich and the Alps clearly visible. Over the cruise portion, both sides see open Atlantic and Iberian plateau, but the left side also picks up the Spanish Mediterranean coast and Iberian mountain ranges during the descent toward the Canaries. The right side landing view at Lanzarote is excellent but shorter in duration.
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Flight Path
Zurich to Lanzerote is 1,743 miles (2,806 km), a flight of about 4 hours 15 minutes.
The route tracks southwest over the Swiss Mittelland, then crosses the French Rhône valley and the Massif Central plateau. Over Spain, the flight crosses the Meseta Central (Spanish central plateau) and the Sierra Morena range. The route then passes over the Strait of Gibraltar or southern Andalusia before heading out over the Atlantic toward the Canary Islands. The Moroccan coastline may be briefly visible on the left before the open Atlantic crossing to Lanzarote.
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from ZRH
LEFTZurich typically departs on runway 16 (southbound) or 28 (westbound). On a southbound departure toward Spain, the left side gives you the city of Zurich, Lake Zurich stretching southeast, and the rising Alps beyond. The right side faces industrial areas and the Glatt valley with far less visual interest.
Landing at ACE
RIGHTLanzarote's main runway 03/21 means arrivals typically come in from the south or north. Approaching from the northeast (from mainland Europe), aircraft usually land on runway 21 heading southwest, putting the volcanic interior of Lanzarote and the dramatic Timanfaya lava fields on the right side. The left side faces the Atlantic Ocean.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Zurich (ZRH) to Lanzarote (ACE)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Zurich to Lanzerote. The left side delivers the most dramatic scenery during the critical early climb out of Zurich, with Lake Zurich and the Alps clearly visible. Over the cruise portion, both sides see open Atlantic and Iberian plateau, but the left side also picks up the Spanish Mediterranean coast and Iberian mountain ranges during the descent toward the Canaries. The right side landing view at Lanzarote is excellent but shorter in duration.
What can I see during takeoff from Zurich in Zurich?
During takeoff from Zurich (ZRH), sit on the Left side for the best views. Zurich typically departs on runway 16 (southbound) or 28 (westbound). On a southbound departure toward Spain, the left side gives you the city of Zurich, Lake Zurich stretching southeast, and the rising Alps beyond. The right side faces industrial areas and the Glatt valley with far less visual interest. Notable sights include: Lake Zurich, Zurich city center, Uetliberg ridge, Swiss Alps foothills.
What can I see when landing at Lanzarote in Lanzerote?
When landing at Lanzarote (ACE), sit on the Right side for the best views. Lanzarote's main runway 03/21 means arrivals typically come in from the south or north. Approaching from the northeast (from mainland Europe), aircraft usually land on runway 21 heading southwest, putting the volcanic interior of Lanzarote and the dramatic Timanfaya lava fields on the right side. The left side faces the Atlantic Ocean. Notable sights include: Timanfaya volcanic lava fields, Montañas del Fuego, Arrecife city and harbor, Jameos del Agua coastal area.
How long is the flight from Zurich to Lanzerote?
The flight from Zurich (ZRH) to Lanzarote (ACE) takes about 4 hours 15 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 1,743 miles (2,806 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Zurich to Lanzerote flight path pass over?
The route tracks southwest over the Swiss Mittelland, then crosses the French Rhône valley and the Massif Central plateau. Over Spain, the flight crosses the Meseta Central (Spanish central plateau) and the Sierra Morena range. The route then passes over the Strait of Gibraltar or southern Andalusia before heading out over the Atlantic toward the Canary Islands. The Moroccan coastline may be briefly visible on the left before the open Atlantic crossing to Lanzarote.