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CDG → LIS
Which side of the plane to sit from Charles de Gaulle International Airport (Paris) to Humberto Delgado Airport (Lisbon Portela Airport) (Lisbon)?
Right Side of the Plane
The Right Side (Starboard) is generally superior for this route as it offers stunning vistas of the French Atlantic coastline, the rugged Picos de Europa mountains in northern Spain, and a breathtaking approach over the Atlantic Ocean and Sintra hills when landing at Lisbon.
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Bordeaux Region
Look down over the world-famous vineyards and the Gironde estuary as you cross into southwestern France.
Bay of Biscay
Sweeping views of the Atlantic coastline and the sandy beaches of the Landes forest region.
Picos de Europa
Spectacular limestone peaks of the Cantabrian Mountains visible as you cross the northern coast of Spain.
Sintra & Cabo da Roca
On the final approach, spot the Pena Palace and the westernmost point of continental Europe.
The right side is unbeatable for sunset views on late afternoon flights. As you descend into Lisbon, this side offers the best chance to see the dramatic cliffs of the Atlantic coast and the palaces of Sintra. For the most scenic landing, hope for an approach from the south, which provides a panoramic view of the 25 de Abril Bridge and the Christ the King statue.
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Loire Valley
Aerial views of the lush 'Garden of France' and its historic chateaux shortly after departing Paris.
Central Pyrenees
Distant but impressive views of the snow-capped peaks separating France and Spain if the flight path tracks inland.
Spanish Meseta
The vast, high-altitude plateau of central Spain, characterized by golden plains and unique agricultural patterns.
Tagus River Valley
Follow the winding path of the Tejo river as it leads the aircraft toward the Lisbon metropolitan area.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid the direct afternoon glare. During the final approach into LIS, if the wind is from the north (Runway 35), you will see the Vasco da Gama Bridge and the modern Parque das Nações district. Watch for the transformation of the landscape from the green French countryside to the arid plains of the Spanish interior.
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Get eSIMs for PortugalDistance: 1,470 km (913 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 58 min
Departure: CDG (49.012798, 2.55)
Arrival: LIS (38.7813, -9.13592)
Route Type: International
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