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FAO → GVA
Which side of the plane to sit from Faro Airport (Faro) to Geneva Cointrin International Airport (Geneva)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers the most dramatic scenery, featuring the highest peaks of the Pyrenees and a spectacular approach into Geneva with views of Mont Blanc and the Swiss Alps.
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Madrid Metropolitan Area
Clear views of the Spanish capital's sprawl and the Sierra de Guadarrama mountains to the north.
High Pyrenees
Stunning aerial perspectives of the tallest peaks in the range, including Aneto, often snow-capped year-round.
Massif Central
The volcanic landscape and ancient terrain of south-central France, featuring peaks like Puy de Sancy.
Mont Blanc
The highest peak in Western Europe is frequently visible on the horizon during the descent into Geneva.
Lake Geneva
The iconic crescent-shaped Lac Léman and the Swiss Alps providing a majestic backdrop for landing.
This is the premier side for Alpine enthusiasts. As the plane descends into GVA, the right side usually provides the iconic view of Mont Blanc and the Jet d'Eau fountain if the approach is from the north. Afternoon flights offer the best lighting on the Alpine peaks.
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Ria Formosa
The intricate lagoons and sandbars of the Algarve coast immediately after takeoff from Faro.
Spanish Meseta
The vast, high-altitude plateau of central Spain, showing unique agricultural patterns and arid terrain.
Western Pyrenees
Rugged views of the mountain range's western edge as the flight crosses from Spain into France.
Bordeaux Region
Distant views of the famous Garonne river and the world-renowned vineyards of southwest France.
Jura Mountains
The dense forests and limestone ridges of the Jura range during the final descent into Geneva.
Sit on the left for the best views of the Algarve coastline during the initial climb. For morning flights, this side will be in the shade, providing better conditions for photography without glare. Keep an eye out for the Dordogne river as you cross central France.
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Get eSIMs for SwitzerlandDistance: 1,552 km (964 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 4 min
Departure: FAO (37.0144004822, -7.965909957889999)
Arrival: GVA (46.23809814453125, 6.108950138092041)
Route Type: International
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