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FAO → ORY
Which side of the plane to sit from Faro Airport (Faro) to Paris-Orly Airport (Paris)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a superior vantage point for the Atlantic coastline, the rugged cliffs of the Algarve, and the scenic French Atlantic coast including the Gironde Estuary.
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Algarve Coastline
Breathtaking views of the golden limestone cliffs and turquoise waters of southern Portugal immediately after takeoff.
Sado and Tagus Estuaries
Aerial perspective of the complex wetland systems and nature reserves near Setúbal and Lisbon.
Bay of Biscay
A vast blue horizon as the flight crosses from the Spanish coast toward the French mainland.
Médoc Vineyards
The geometric patterns of world-famous Bordeaux vineyards and the wide Gironde Estuary.
Île de Ré
The distinctive white salt pans and the long bridge connecting the island to La Rochelle.
Sit on the left for the best coastal views. For afternoon flights, this side will be in the shade, reducing glare for photography. Keep your camera ready during the first 10 minutes for the Algarve cliffs and again about 30 minutes before landing for the French coastline.
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Sierra Morena
The rugged, dark mountain ranges separating the Andalusia region from central Spain.
Castilian Plateau
The 'Meseta Central' offers a patchwork of gold and brown agricultural fields across the Spanish heartland.
Sistema Central
Snow-capped peaks of the mountains north of Madrid, visible in the distance during winter and spring.
Loire Valley
The winding 'Garden of France' featuring historic châteaux and lush riverbanks as you head toward Paris.
Paris Approach
Depending on air traffic control patterns, a chance to spot the Eiffel Tower and Parisian urban sprawl during descent.
Choose the right side if you prefer inland geography and mountain ranges. In the morning, the lighting on the Spanish mountains is spectacular. On final approach to Orly, the right side often offers a better angle for spotting the Eiffel Tower if the plane approaches from the south-east.
Book Hotels in ParisDistance: 1,548 km (962 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 4 min
Departure: FAO (37.0144004822, -7.965909957889999)
Arrival: ORY (48.7233333, 2.3794444)
Route Type: International
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