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ARN → LIS
Which side of the plane to sit from Stockholm-Arlanda Airport (Stockholm) to Humberto Delgado Airport (Lisbon Portela Airport) (Lisbon)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side is generally superior for this route as it provides breathtaking views of the Northern European coastlines, the vastness of the Bay of Biscay, and the iconic Atlantic approach into Lisbon featuring the Sintra mountains and Cascais.
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Wadden Sea
The intricate tidal flats and Frisian Islands along the Dutch and German coastlines.
Bay of Biscay
A long transit over the deep blue Atlantic waters where you might spot large cargo vessels.
Picos de Europa
The dramatic, jagged limestone peaks of Northern Spain visible as you cross the coastline near Santander.
Galician Rias
The fjord-like inlets and rugged green cliffs of Northwest Spain and Northern Portugal.
Sintra & Cascais
The Pena Palace on its hilltop and the dramatic 'Boca do Inferno' cliffs just before landing.
The right side is the 'money seat' for the approach into Lisbon. Most flights perform a loop over the Atlantic; if the wind is from the North, you will get a panoramic view of the 25 de Abril Bridge and the Belém Tower. Afternoon flights on this side may experience glare from the sun over the Atlantic.
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Stockholm Archipelago
A stunning mosaic of thousands of islands visible immediately after takeoff from Arlanda.
Øresund Bridge
The massive bridge and tunnel system connecting Malmö and Copenhagen across the strait.
Central Pyrenees
Distant views of the snow-capped mountain range separating France and Spain if the flight path stays inland.
Spanish Meseta
The high, golden-hued plateau of central Spain, offering a unique geometric agricultural landscape.
Tagus Estuary
The massive 'Mar da Palha' and the Vasco da Gama Bridge as you enter Lisbon's airspace.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid direct sunlight. This side is best for seeing the urban sprawl of Northern Europe and the architectural layout of the Vasco da Gama bridge during a standard Runway 03 approach. Keep an eye out for the Øresund bridge approximately 45 minutes into the flight.
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Get eSIMs for PortugalDistance: 2,998 km (1,863 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 4 hrs
Departure: ARN (59.65190124511699, 17.918600082397)
Arrival: LIS (38.7813, -9.13592)
Route Type: International
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