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BKO → LIS
Which side of the plane to sit from Modibo Keita International Airport (Bamako) to Humberto Delgado Airport (Lisbon Portela Airport) (Lisbon)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior vantage point for the dramatic transitions of the African landscape, including the vast Sahara dunes, the snow-capped Atlas Mountains, and the iconic city views of Lisbon upon arrival.
Sahara Desert
Vast stretches of the Adrar Plateau and incredible patterns formed by shifting sand dunes in Mauritania and Morocco.
Atlas Mountains
Breathtaking views of the rugged, often snow-capped High Atlas peaks, providing a sharp contrast to the desert heat below.
Marrakesh and Casablanca
Distant views of the 'Red City' and the urban sprawl of Morocco's economic capital along the interior plains.
Strait of Gibraltar
The narrow gap where Africa and Europe almost meet, often visible as the flight crosses into the Iberian Peninsula.
Lisbon Cityscape
On the standard approach to Runway 02, this side provides an unbeatable view of the 25th of April Bridge, Christ the King statue, and the historic Alfama district.
The right side is essential for seeing the High Atlas Mountains. For the most iconic landing experience, choose a window seat on the right; when the wind is from the north (standard), the pilot will perform a low-altitude pass directly over the heart of Lisbon, offering a 'post-card' view of the city's red roofs and hills.
Sahelian Transition
Watch the lush vegetation around the Niger River basin gradually transform into the sparse, arid landscapes of the northern Sahel.
Atlantic Coastline
As you fly north, the deep blue of the Atlantic Ocean meets the golden sands of the Western Saharan and Moroccan shores.
Agadir and Essaouira
Stunning aerial perspectives of the Moroccan surf coast and the white-washed buildings of coastal fishing ports.
Tagus River Mouth
Views of the Bugio Lighthouse and the vast estuary where the Tagus River meets the ocean before turning toward the airport.
Sit on the left for the best views of the Atlantic horizon and the coastal windswept cliffs of southern Portugal. During sunset flights, this side provides spectacular colors over the water. If the aircraft lands on Runway 20 (from the north), the left side offers views of the Vasco da Gama Bridge.
Distance: 2,921 km (1,815 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 54 min
Departure: BKO (12.5335, -7.94994)
Arrival: LIS (38.7813, -9.13592)
Route Type: International
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