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HAM → FAO
Which side of the plane to sit from Hamburg Airport (Hamburg) to Faro Airport (Faro)?
Right Side of the Plane
The Right Side offers superior coastal views, featuring the Frisian Islands, the dramatic Bay of Biscay, and the spectacular final approach along the golden Algarve coastline.
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Elbe Estuary
Watch the Elbe river broaden as it meets the North Sea at Cuxhaven.
Frisian Islands
A beautiful chain of sandy islands along the German and Dutch coastlines.
Atlantic Coast
Spectacular views of the French and Spanish Atlantic coastlines bordering the Bay of Biscay.
Picos de Europa
Dramatic limestone peaks visible when crossing the northern coast of Spain.
Algarve Cliffs
Breathtaking views of golden sandstone cliffs and turquoise waters on the final approach.
Faro Bay
A wide-angle view of the ocean as the plane maneuvers over the Atlantic for landing.
Book an afternoon flight for the best lighting over the Atlantic without heavy glare. On the final approach, the right side often offers a sweeping view of the famous Algarve beaches as the plane turns inland. Early in the flight, look for the 'Waddenzee' mudflats, a UNESCO World Heritage site, visible along the Dutch coast.
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Hamburg Alster
Panoramic views of the city lakes and the Elbphilharmonie shortly after takeoff.
French Heartlands
Geometric patterns of French farmland and the central plains as you head south.
Spanish Meseta
The vast, golden-hued high plateau of central Spain with its unique arid landscape.
Ria Formosa Lagoon
The intricate labyrinth of canals, salt pans, and islands just seconds before touchdown.
Seville Region
Distances views of the Guadalquivir valley and the historical landscapes of Andalusia.
The left side is preferable for morning flights to avoid harsh direct sunlight. It provides the best perspective of Hamburg's city center during a standard southern departure. During the final descent into Faro, keep your camera ready for the vibrant colors of the Ria Formosa marshes, which look like a natural mosaic.
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Get eSIMs for PortugalDistance: 2,306 km (1,433 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 4 min
Departure: HAM (53.630401611328, 9.988229751586902)
Arrival: FAO (37.0144004822, -7.965909957889999)
Route Type: International
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