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BSL → FNC
Which side of the plane to sit from EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg Airport (Mulhouse) to Madeira Airport (Funchal)?
Right Side of the Plane
While both sides offer views of the European mainland, the Right Side is the clear winner for the iconic approach into Madeira, providing a breathtaking panorama of Funchal and the island's steep volcanic cliffs during the final descent.
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French Countryside
Rolling hills and vineyards of the Burgundy and Auvergne regions of France.
Bay of Biscay
The dramatic transition from the French coast to the deep blue of the Atlantic Ocean.
Funchal Amphitheater
A stunning view of Madeira's capital city built into the side of a massive mountain bowl.
Cabo Girão
One of the highest sea cliffs in Europe, visible as the plane banks for its final turn.
FNC Runway Pillars
A unique look at the massive concrete columns that support the extended airport runway.
The Right Side is essential for the famous 'Visual 05' approach into Madeira. As the pilot performs a sharp 180-degree turn near the cliffs, you will have a front-row seat to the island's dramatic topography. Afternoon flights offer the best lighting for photography of Funchal's red-roofed houses.
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Tri-Border Region
Immediate views of Basel and the meeting point of France, Germany, and Switzerland.
Swiss Alps
Distant but majestic views of the snow-capped Bernese Oberland peaks to the south.
Central Spain
The vast, golden landscapes of the Spanish Meseta and the Tagus River valley.
Desertas Islands
A chain of three narrow, uninhabited volcanic islands visible just before landing.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun while crossing France and Spain. This side is also excellent for spotting the smaller, rugged Desertas Islands during the final approach pattern into FNC.
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Get eSIMs for PortugalDistance: 2,628 km (1,633 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 30 min
Departure: BSL (47.59, 7.5291667)
Arrival: FNC (32.697899, -16.7745)
Route Type: International
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