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Which side of the plane to sit from Horta Airport (Horta) to Corvo Airport (Corvo)?

Our Recommendation
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Left Side of the Plane

The left side of the aircraft offers spectacular views of the Capelinhos Volcano shortly after takeoff and a stunning panoramic approach past the dramatic, waterfall-laced eastern coastline of Flores Island.

Left Side Highlights
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Capelinhos Volcano

The ash-covered lunar landscape on the western tip of Faial, created by the 1957 eruption.

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Atlantic Deep

Vast stretches of cobalt blue ocean where whales and dolphins are frequently spotted from above.

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Flores Island Cliffs

The towering green cliffs and jagged coastline of the neighboring island of Flores.

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Santa Cruz das Flores

A bird's-eye view of the main settlement on Flores as the plane begins its descent.

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Vila do Corvo

The final approach provides an intimate look at the smallest municipality in the Azores.

Choose the left side for the most iconic views of Flores Island during the final 10 minutes of flight. Morning flights are ideal to see the sunlight hitting the eastern cliffs of Flores, highlighting the numerous waterfalls cascading into the sea. Keep your camera ready immediately after takeoff from Horta for the Capelinhos lighthouse.

Right Side Highlights
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Faial Caldeira

The massive central crater of Faial Island, often shrouded in a ring of white clouds.

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Central Group Silhouettes

On clear days, the distant peaks of São Jorge and Graciosa are visible on the horizon.

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Oceanic Horizon

Uninterrupted views of the Atlantic horizon and the reflection of the sun on the water.

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Corvo Southern Coast

The rocky approach to Corvo's short runway, showcasing the island's isolation.

The right side is better for spotting the other islands of the Central Group (São Jorge and Graciosa) in the distance during the first half of the flight. If the flight path circles the island of Corvo before landing, the right side may offer a rare glimpse of the 'Caldeirão' (the massive crater of Corvo), though this is dependent on specific weather patterns and pilot approach.

Top Activities in Corvo
Route Information

Distance: 243 km (151 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 24 min

Departure: HOR (38.51990127563477, -28.715900421142575)

Arrival: CVU (39.671501, -31.1136)

Route Type: Domestic

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