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FAO → DUS
Which side of the plane to sit from Faro Airport (Faro) to Düsseldorf Airport (Duesseldorf)?
Right Side of the Plane
The Right Side offers a superior perspective for viewing the Algarve coastline on takeoff, distant views of the Pyrenees, a high chance of spotting the Paris metropolitan area, and a scenic approach over the Rhine river and Cologne before landing at Düsseldorf.
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Ria Formosa
A bird's eye view of the intricate lagoons, sandbars, and barrier islands of the Faro natural park.
Picos de Europa
Distant but majestic views of the jagged limestone peaks in Northern Spain as the flight crosses the border.
Greater Paris
On clear days, the expansive urban sprawl of Paris is visible, with the Eiffel Tower and La Défense often identifiable.
The Rhine River
Beautiful views of the winding Rhine as it enters the industrial heartland of Germany's North Rhine-Westphalia.
Cologne Cathedral
During the descent into DUS, look for the iconic twin spires of the Kölner Dom and the nearby Hohenzollern Bridge.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights to keep the sun behind you. For the best view of the Rhine and Cologne during arrival, try to sit near the front or back to avoid wing obstruction. Keep your camera ready as you pass the French-German border for shifting landscape patterns.
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Algarve Coastline
Stunning views of the rugged cliffs and turquoise waters of the western Portuguese coast shortly after takeoff.
Extremadura Wilderness
The vast, arid plains of Western Spain and the Dehesa landscapes known for cork and acorn production.
Bordeaux & Aquitaine
Aerial views of the famous wine-growing regions of Southwestern France and the Gironde estuary.
Loire Valley
The winding Loire river, often dotted with historic chateaus and lush green valleys in central France.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid direct sunlight and enjoy the soft glow over the Atlantic coast. This side is also excellent for seeing the sunset over the Bay of Biscay if flying in the late evening. Watch for the coastal dunes of the Landes forest in France.
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Get eSIMs for GermanyDistance: 1,967 km (1,222 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 37 min
Departure: FAO (37.0144004822, -7.965909957889999)
Arrival: DUS (51.289501, 6.766780000000001)
Route Type: International
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