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FOR → LIS
Which side of the plane to sit from Pinto Martins International Airport (Fortaleza) to Humberto Delgado Airport (Lisbon Portela Airport) (Lisbon)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side is superior for this transatlantic route, offering spectacular sunrise views over the Atlantic on overnight flights and the iconic 'Belém approach' into Lisbon, featuring the city's most famous monuments and bridges.
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Atlantic Sunrise
As most FOR-LIS flights depart in the evening, the right side provides a front-row seat to a spectacular sunrise over the ocean.
Canary Islands
Potential sightings of the volcanic peaks of the Canaries, including the massive silhouette of Mount Teide on Tenerife.
Madeira Archipelago
Often passed to the east, providing views of the rugged, green terrain of Madeira and the Desertas Islands.
Tagus River & Belém
The 'Golden Gate' view of the 25 de Abril Bridge, the Cristo Rei statue, and the Jerónimos Monastery on the approach to Runway 03.
The right side is the 'photographer's side' for this route. Request a window seat well in advance to catch the sunrise. The most critical moment is the final 10 minutes of the flight; if landing on Runway 03, the right side offers a world-class view of Lisbon’s historical waterfront. Use a flight tracking app to check if the plane is approaching from the south over the Setúbal peninsula for the best views.
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Fortaleza Coastline
Aerial views of Praia de Iracema and the urban skyline of Fortaleza immediately after departure from Pinto Martins.
Atlantic Ocean Expanses
The deep azure of the equatorial Atlantic, often featuring interesting cloud formations like the Intertropical Convergence Zone.
Cape Verde Horizon
Distant silhouettes of the westernmost islands of Cape Verde, such as Sal or Boavista, depending on the specific airway.
North Lisbon Suburbs
On final approach to Runway 21, views of the modern Parque das Nações district and the Vasco da Gama Bridge.
Sit on the left if you want the best view of the Ceará coastline during takeoff. Since most flights from FOR to LIS are overnight, the left side remains in the dark longer, which is better for sleeping but offers fewer landmarks until the very end of the flight. If the plane lands towards the north (Runway 03), you will miss the city center views from this side.
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Get eSIMs for PortugalDistance: 5,612 km (3,487 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 6 hrs 36 min
Departure: FOR (-3.776279926300049, -38.53260040283203)
Arrival: LIS (38.7813, -9.13592)
Route Type: International
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