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EBU → OPO
Which side of the plane to sit from Saint-Étienne-Bouthéon Airport (St-Etienne) to Francisco de Sá Carneiro Airport (Porto)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a more diverse landscape, featuring the volcanic peaks of the Massif Central, distant views of the Pyrenees mountain range, and the rugged Peneda-Gerês National Park during the descent into Portugal.
Massif Central Peaks
Visible shortly after takeoff, look for the ancient volcanic domes of the Puy de Sancy and the Cantal massif.
Pyrenees Horizon
As the flight crosses southwestern France, the high peaks of the Pyrenees form a dramatic skyline to the south.
Cantabrian Mountains
Dramatic views of the limestone peaks and deep valleys of Northern Spain as you transition toward the Atlantic coast.
Peneda-Gerês National Park
Lush, mountainous green landscapes and granite formations visible during the final descent into the Porto region.
St-Etienne Cityscape
A clear view of the city and its surrounding industrial and residential hills immediately upon departure from EBU.
The left side is best for morning flights as the sun will be behind or above you, reducing glare on the window. During autumn and winter, the snow-capped Pyrenees are much more distinct. Look out for the Garonne river crossing about 30 minutes into the flight.
Bay of Biscay
Expansive views of the Atlantic Ocean meeting the coastline of Aquitaine and the Basque Country.
Bordeaux Vineyards
The organized patterns of the famous French wine regions are visible when the flight path skirts the northern side of the Garonne.
Costa Verde
The 'Green Coast' of Northern Spain, featuring hidden coves and white sandy beaches against deep blue waters.
Douro River Mouth
On clear days, the final approach offers a stunning view of where the Douro River meets the Atlantic Ocean at Foz do Douro.
The right side is unbeatable for sunset flights; the sun setting over the Atlantic creates a golden horizon for the final hour of the journey. Note that if OPO is using Runway 17 for landings, you may get a panoramic view of the Porto city center and the Atlantic ocean simultaneously.
Distance: 1,150 km (715 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 32 min
Departure: EBU (45.54059982299805, 4.2963900566101065)
Arrival: OPO (41.2481002808, -8.68138980865)
Route Type: International
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