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Which side of the plane to sit from Billund Airport (Billund) to Faro Airport (Faro)?

Our Recommendation
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Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers a superior vantage point for the dramatic transition from the French coastline to the rugged Picos de Europa mountains in Spain, followed by the iconic golden cliffs of the Algarve during the descent into Faro.

Right Side Highlights
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Bay of Biscay

Crossing the deep blue waters where the Atlantic meets the French and Spanish coasts.

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Picos de Europa

Spectacular limestone massifs in Northern Spain that provide one of the most dramatic mountain views on this route.

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Galician Estuaries

The 'Rias' or deep coastal inlets of Northwest Spain are often visible before the flight turns south toward Portugal.

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Alentejo Plains

The rolling hills of Southern Portugal, characterized by cork oak forests and traditional farmsteads.

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Algarve Coastline

The signature golden cliffs and turquoise coves of the Portuguese south coast come into full view during the descent.

The right side is unbeatable for evening flights, offering front-row seats to the sunset over the Atlantic Ocean. For the best view of the Picos de Europa, ensure you have a window seat ahead of or behind the wing to avoid obstruction of the steep mountain slopes.

Left Side Highlights
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Loire Valley Chateaus

Look for the winding Loire River and the historic estates dotting the lush landscape of central France.

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Pyrenees Horizon

On clear days, the jagged, snow-capped peaks of the Pyrenees are visible along the eastern horizon.

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Spanish Meseta

A vast expanse of golden and ochre plains stretching across the high central plateau of Spain.

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Seville Region

As you move south, the white-washed towns and olive groves of Andalusia begin to appear.

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Ria Formosa Natural Park

During the final approach, the intricate network of lagoons and sand islands near Faro offers a stunning mosaic of blues and greens.

Choose the left side for morning flights to enjoy the illuminated European landscape without the sun's glare. The view of the Ria Formosa wetlands during the final turn into Faro is particularly spectacular from this side if the aircraft approaches from the east.

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Route Information

Distance: 2,447 km (1,520 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 16 min

Departure: BLL (55.7402992249, 9.15178012848)

Arrival: FAO (37.0144004822, -7.965909957889999)

Route Type: International

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