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FNC → VIE
Which side of the plane to sit from Madeira Airport (Funchal) to Vienna International Airport (Vienna)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a superior view of Porto Santo upon departure and offers the most iconic views of the Northern Alps and the city of Vienna during the standard approach.
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Porto Santo Island
Aerial views of Madeira's sister island with its long golden sand beaches shortly after takeoff.
Bay of Biscay
The dramatic meeting point of the Atlantic and the rugged coastlines of Northern Spain and Western France.
Northern Alps
Spectacular views of Lake Constance and the jagged peaks of the German and Austrian Alps.
The Danube River
The winding blue path of Europe's famous river as the plane begins its descent into Austria.
Vienna City Center
On typical approaches to runway 11 or 16, passengers see the Stephansdom and the city's historic core.
Book a seat in front of the wing for unobstructed views of the Alps. If the flight is in the afternoon, the sun will be behind you, providing perfectly illuminated landscapes. Watch for the 'Monster of the Alps'—the Zugspitze—visible in the distance to the north.
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Desertas Islands
View of the uninhabited, reddish volcanic cliffs south of Madeira immediately after departure.
The Pyrenees
The snow-capped border between Spain and France, often visible about two hours into the flight.
High Swiss Alps
Looking south, you can often spot the higher peaks of the Swiss and Italian Alps, including the Matterhorn.
Lower Austria Vineyards
The rolling green hills and famous wine-growing regions of the Wachau Valley during descent.
Lake Neusiedl
A massive, shallow steppe lake on the Austrian-Hungarian border visible during the final banking maneuvers.
The right side is excellent for catching the Pyrenees crossing. However, on morning flights, the southern sun can be quite intense, making it difficult to see out the window. Keep an eye out for the southern Alpine glaciers near the middle of the flight.
Book Hotels in ViennaDistance: 3,265 km (2,029 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 50 min
Departure: FNC (32.697899, -16.7745)
Arrival: VIE (48.110298156738, 16.569700241089002)
Route Type: International
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