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BVA → FAO
Which side of the plane to sit from Paris Beauvais Tillé Airport (Beauvais) to Faro Airport (Faro)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior visual experience, featuring the dramatic French Atlantic coastline, the rugged Picos de Europa mountains in Spain, and the breathtaking lagoon systems of the Ria Formosa upon arrival in Faro.
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Bay of Biscay
Witness the deep blue expanse of the Atlantic as the flight crosses the iconic French gulf.
Picos de Europa
Admire the jagged limestone peaks of the Cantabrian Mountains as you enter Spanish airspace.
Alentejo Plains
Fly over the rolling hills and cork oak forests of Portugal's rural Alentejo region.
Ria Formosa Natural Park
A spectacular approach over coastal lagoons, salt pans, and barrier islands just before touchdown.
The right side is highly recommended for the descent into Faro Airport. Depending on the wind direction, the final approach often involves a scenic turn over the Atlantic Ocean and the Ria Formosa lagoons. For afternoon flights, be aware that the sun will be on this side, which can make photography more challenging.
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Loire Valley Chateaus
View the sprawling river valley and historic estates of central France shortly after takeoff.
Distant Pyrenees
On clear days, the high peaks of the Pyrenees are visible on the far horizon to the southeast.
The Spanish Meseta
Observe the vast, sun-drenched agricultural plateaus and red-earth landscapes of central Spain.
Sierra Morena
The final mountain barrier before the descent into the southern Iberian Peninsula.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid the harsh glare of the sun. This side provides a better perspective of the inland topography of the Iberian Peninsula and the geometric patterns of Spanish farmland. Keep an eye out for the Guadiana River which marks the border between Spain and Portugal.
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Get eSIMs for PortugalDistance: 1,603 km (996 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 8 min
Departure: BVA (49.45439910888672, 2.1127800941467285)
Arrival: FAO (37.0144004822, -7.965909957889999)
Route Type: International
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