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FAO → BRS
Which side of the plane to sit from Faro Airport (Faro) to Bristol Airport (Bristol)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a front-row seat to the dramatic Atlantic coastline of Portugal, including bird's-eye views of Lisbon and Porto, before crossing the Bay of Biscay and arriving over the scenic North Devon coast.
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Alentejo Coastline
Dramatic wild beaches and rugged cliffs stretching from the Algarve up toward Lisbon.
Lisbon & Tagus River
Clear views of the 25 de Abril Bridge, Cristo Rei monument, and the sprawling Tagus estuary.
Porto & Douro River
The colorful Ribeira district and the winding mouth of the Douro River as you pass Northern Portugal.
Galician Rias
The deep, fjord-like inlets of Northwest Spain, known for their seafood and misty landscapes.
Lundy Island
A remote granite island sitting in the Bristol Channel, a haven for puffins and seals.
North Devon Beaches
The golden sands of Croyde, Woolacombe, and Saunton Sands visible during the descent.
Sit on the left for evening flights to catch the sunset over the Atlantic. This side is superior for urban geography, as the flight path often aligns perfectly for views of Lisbon's city center and Porto's iconic bridges. During the final descent, look out for the steep cliffs of Exmoor National Park.
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The intricate network of barrier islands, lagoons, and marshes immediately after takeoff from Faro.
Alentejo Plains
Golden rolling hills dotted with cork oaks and olive groves in rural Southern Portugal.
Picos de Europa
Distant views of the jagged, snow-capped limestone peaks of Northern Spain's premier mountain range.
Brittany Peninsula
The rocky western tip of France near Brest, visible as the flight crosses the mouth of the English Channel.
Cheddar Gorge
The spectacular limestone gorge in the Mendip Hills, visible just minutes before touchdown at BRS.
Cardiff & Wales
Panoramic views across the Bristol Channel toward the Welsh capital and the Severn Bridges.
Choose the right side for morning flights to avoid the direct sun glare from the west. This side is better for spotting the unique geography of the Ria Formosa at takeoff and the rural landscapes of inland Iberia. On the final approach into Bristol, this side provides the best view of the Severn Estuary and the bridges connecting England and Wales.
Book Hotels in BristolDistance: 1,650 km (1,025 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 12 min
Departure: FAO (37.0144004822, -7.965909957889999)
Arrival: BRS (51.382702, -2.71909)
Route Type: International
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