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DUS → LIS
Which side of the plane to sit from Düsseldorf Airport (Duesseldorf) to Humberto Delgado Airport (Lisbon Portela Airport) (Lisbon)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior vantage point for the classic approach into Lisbon, featuring the Tagus River and the city's historic hills, alongside inland views of the Pyrenees and the Spanish Meseta.
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Ardennes Forest
Dense, rolling green hills spanning the border regions of Belgium and Luxembourg shortly after departure.
Loire Valley
Views of the winding river and the historic chateaux of central France during the mid-flight segment.
Pyrenees Mountains
A distant but majestic view of the high peaks forming the natural border between France and Spain.
Spanish Meseta
The vast, golden high-altitude plateau of central Spain, punctuated by ancient towns and river valleys.
Tagus River
The flight tracks the river's path as it widens into the Mar de Palha before reaching Lisbon.
Lisbon City Center
On the standard Runway 03 approach, passengers see the 25 de Abril Bridge, the Christ the King statue, and the historic Alfama district.
Sit on the left for the most iconic Lisbon skyline views during landing. In the morning, this side experiences the most sunlight, so lower your window shade if you want to avoid glare until you reach the Pyrenees. For evening flights, you will enjoy a beautiful 'blue hour' glow over the Iberian interior.
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Bay of Biscay
A dramatic view of where the deep blue Atlantic meets the rugged coastline of western France.
Picos de Europa
Sharp limestone peaks visible as the aircraft passes over the northern coast of Spain.
Portuguese Silver Coast
Long stretches of sandy beaches and crashing Atlantic surf as the plane descends towards Lisbon.
Sintra Mountains
Look for the colorful Pena Palace and the Moorish Castle perched high above the mist-covered hills.
Cabo da Roca
The westernmost point of continental Europe, marked by steep cliffs and a lighthouse.
Cascais & Estoril
The glamorous coastal resorts of the Portuguese Riviera visible just before the final turn into the airport.
The right side is perfect for sunset flights, as the sun dips into the Atlantic Ocean. It is also the best side to see the Sintra palaces during the descent. If the airport is using Runway 21 (less common, usually during strong winds), this side actually provides the better view of the city center.
Book Hotels in LisbonDistance: 1,862 km (1,157 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 29 min
Departure: DUS (51.289501, 6.766780000000001)
Arrival: LIS (38.7813, -9.13592)
Route Type: International
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