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LBA → FAO
Which side of the plane to sit from Leeds Bradford Airport (Leeds) to Faro Airport (Faro)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior views of the English West Country, the dramatic Picos de Europa mountains in Northern Spain, and the stunning salt marshes of the Ria Formosa upon landing.
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Peak District
Immediate views of the rugged Pennines and Hope Valley shortly after departing from Leeds Bradford.
Bristol Channel
Views of the Welsh coast and the Exmoor coastline as the aircraft passes the West Country.
Picos de Europa
Spectacular jagged limestone peaks visible as the flight enters Spanish airspace from the Bay of Biscay.
Ria Formosa
A bird's-eye view of the intricate system of barrier islands and blue lagoons just before touchdown in Faro.
The right side is essential for the iconic approach into Faro, where you fly over the protected wetlands. For late afternoon flights, be prepared for bright sunlight, but the sunset over the Atlantic is often breathtaking.
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London Sprawl
Distant views of the Greater London area and the Home Counties as the flight heads south towards the coast.
Isle of Wight
A clear perspective of the island's diamond shape and the busy waters of the Solent before crossing the Channel.
Loire Valley
Visuals of the winding rivers and patchwork fields of Western France's historic chateau country.
Spanish Meseta
The high-altitude plateau of central Spain, characterized by golden plains and deep red earth tones.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. This side is better for spotting the French coastline near Brittany if the flight path tracks slightly inland.
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Get eSIMs for PortugalDistance: 1,935 km (1,202 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 35 min
Departure: LBA (53.86589813232422, -1.6605700254440308)
Arrival: FAO (37.0144004822, -7.965909957889999)
Route Type: International
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