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FAO → DUB

Which side of the plane to sit from Faro Airport (Faro) to Dublin Airport (Dublin)?

Our Recommendation
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Left Side of the Plane

The left side offers a superior view of the dramatic Atlantic coastline of Portugal and the rugged Galician Rias before crossing the Celtic Sea into Ireland.

Left Side Highlights
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Algarve Coastline

Stunning aerial views of the golden limestone cliffs and turquoise waters of the southern Portuguese coast immediately after takeoff.

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Alentejo Seaboard

The wild, protected beaches of the Alentejo region, characterized by dark jagged rocks and crashing Atlantic surf.

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Cabo da Roca

The westernmost point of continental Europe, where the Sintra mountains meet the ocean in a dramatic cliffside drop.

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Rias Baixas

The deep, fjord-like coastal inlets of Galicia in Northwest Spain, famous for their seafood and verdant islands.

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Wexford Coastline

The first sighting of the Emerald Isle, featuring the sandy beaches and rolling green fields of Southeast Ireland.

On evening flights, the left side provides spectacular sunset views over the Atlantic Ocean. For the best views of the Portuguese coast, ensure you are seated behind the wing to see the landscape transition from Mediterranean to Atlantic.

Right Side Highlights
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Serra da Estrela

Portugal's highest mountain range, often showing snow-capped peaks during the winter and early spring months.

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Douro Valley

The winding Douro River and its terraced vineyards near Porto, visible as you traverse northern Portugal.

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Isles of Scilly

A beautiful cluster of islands off the tip of Cornwall, often visible when the flight path takes a more easterly route over the Celtic Sea.

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Land's End

The iconic southwestern tip of Cornwall, marking the boundary between the English Channel and the Atlantic.

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Dublin Bay

An incredible panoramic view of Howth Head, the city of Dublin, and the Wicklow Mountains during the final approach.

The right side is ideal for morning flights to avoid the harsh glare of the sun. This side is also preferred for the final approach into Dublin if the aircraft arrives from the east, offering a full view of the city and bay.

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Route Information

Distance: 1,829 km (1,136 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 26 min

Departure: FAO (37.0144004822, -7.965909957889999)

Arrival: DUB (53.421299, -6.27007)

Route Type: International

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