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BHX → OPO
Which side of the plane to sit from Birmingham International Airport (Birmingham) to Francisco de Sá Carneiro Airport (Porto)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior mix of English countryside, the French Atlantic coastline, and a spectacular view of the Douro Valley's terraced hills during the final descent into Porto.
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West Midlands Landscape
Aerial views of Birmingham and the industrial heartlands of England immediately after departure.
The Cotswolds
Vistas of the rolling green hills and Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty in Southern England.
French Atlantic Coast
Views of the Brittany peninsula and the mouth of the Loire River near Nantes as you cross towards Spain.
Picos de Europa
Distant but sharp limestone peaks of the Cantabrian Mountains in Northern Spain.
Douro Valley
The world-famous terraced vineyards and winding river that define the Porto wine region.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid direct sun glare. This side is particularly rewarding during the last 20 minutes of flight when the aircraft aligns with the Douro River for its approach into OPO. Look out for the city of Braga and the interior mountains of Northern Portugal.
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Bristol Channel
Dramatic views of the Severn Estuary and the coastline of Somerset and South Wales.
Bay of Biscay
A vast expanse of deep blue water known for its intense maritime weather and large swells.
Galician Rias
The deep, fjord-like inlets of Northwest Spain, including the Rias Baixas, visible as you track south.
Costa Verde
The lush, emerald-green coastline of Northern Portugal meeting the Atlantic breakers.
Atlantic Horizon
Unobstructed views of the western horizon, perfect for late afternoon or evening flights.
The right side is the 'sunset side' for late afternoon departures, offering stunning colors over the Atlantic. It is ideal for spotting the rugged, rocky coastline of Galicia. If the wind is from the south, you may get a panoramic view of the Atlantic coastline just before touchdown.
Book Hotels in PortoDistance: 1,351 km (839 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 48 min
Departure: BHX (52.4538993835, -1.7480299472799998)
Arrival: OPO (41.2481002808, -8.68138980865)
Route Type: International
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