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BVA → OPO
Which side of the plane to sit from Paris Beauvais Tillé Airport (Beauvais) to Francisco de Sá Carneiro Airport (Porto)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers spectacular panoramic views of the French Atlantic coastline, the vast Bay of Biscay, and the rugged, fjord-like Rias of the Spanish Galician coast.
Atlantic Seaboard
The scenic transition from the French mainland to the blue expanse of the Bay of Biscay.
Île d'Oléron
The bridge and sandy beaches of this large French island are often clearly visible from altitude.
Bay of Biscay
A vast oceanic crossing where you can often spot large cargo ships and tankers.
Galician Rias
The spectacular, deep coastal inlets of Northwest Spain that resemble fjords from above.
Portuguese Coastline
The wild Atlantic beaches and surf of Northern Portugal as the plane lines up for landing.
The right side is the premier choice for sunset flights, offering a breathtaking view of the sun dipping into the Atlantic. During the descent, look for the 'Rias Baixas' in Spain, which are a highlight of this route's geography.
Picardy Plains
Golden agricultural fields and rural villages immediately after departing Beauvais.
Loire Valley
Distant views of the winding Loire River and the historic heart of central France.
Picos de Europa
Dramatic limestone peaks of the Cantabrian Mountains visible on the horizon when entering Spain.
Douro Valley
The world-renowned terraced vineyards of the Douro wine region visible during the descent.
Porto Cityscape
A view of the historic Ribeira district and the Luis I Bridge if the flight approaches from the North.
Choose the left side for the best light on morning flights and for a potential view of the Douro River during the final approach. This side is also better for spotting the mountainous interior of Northern Spain.
Distance: 1,240 km (771 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 39 min
Departure: BVA (49.45439910888672, 2.1127800941467285)
Arrival: OPO (41.2481002808, -8.68138980865)
Route Type: International
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