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BVA → LIS
Which side of the plane to sit from Paris Beauvais Tillé Airport (Beauvais) to Humberto Delgado Airport (Lisbon Portela Airport) (Lisbon)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a spectacular journey along the Atlantic coastline, featuring the rugged cliffs of Galicia, the mouth of the Douro River in Porto, and the iconic coastal landmarks near Lisbon like Sintra and Cabo da Roca.
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Bay of Biscay Coastline
Stunning views of the French 'Silver Coast' and the transition into the rugged northern Spanish shores.
Porto & Douro River
A perfect aerial view of Porto's historic center and the winding Douro river valley as you head south.
Nazaré & Silver Coast
Look for the massive cliffs of Nazaré, home to the world's largest surfable waves.
Sintra-Cascais Natural Park
Spot the Pena Palace and the Moorish Castle nestled in the lush green mountains just before landing.
Lisbon City & 25 de Abril Bridge
If landing from the south, you get a front-row seat to the city's red roofs and the iconic suspension bridge.
The right side is unbeatable for sunset flights, as the sun dips into the Atlantic. For the best views of Porto and Lisbon's coastline, ensure you have a window seat forward of the wing to avoid engine heat distortion. During winter, look for the massive swells hitting the coastline near Peniche.
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Early in the flight, catch glimpses of the historic estates and lush greenery of the French countryside.
Pyrenees Horizon
On clear days, the snow-capped peaks of the Pyrenees are visible far to the south as you cross the Bay of Biscay.
Alentejo Plains
As you enter Portuguese airspace, the landscape shifts to the golden hues and cork oak forests of the interior.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid the direct sun glare over the Atlantic. During the approach to LIS from the north, you may see the Vasco da Gama Bridge, one of Europe's longest, stretching across the Tagus River.
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Get eSIMs for PortugalDistance: 1,485 km (923 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 59 min
Departure: BVA (49.45439910888672, 2.1127800941467285)
Arrival: LIS (38.7813, -9.13592)
Route Type: International
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