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LDY → FAO
Which side of the plane to sit from City of Derry Airport (Londonderry) to Faro Airport (Faro)?
Right Side of the Plane
The Right Side is preferred for its stunning panoramas of the Atlantic coast and the dramatic cliffs of the western Algarve during the final approach into Faro.
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Donegal Coastline
Rugged cliffs and secluded beaches along the wild Atlantic coast of Ireland.
Bay of Biscay
A vast expanse of ocean where sunbeams often reflect off the water surface.
Cape St. Vincent
The southwesternmost point of mainland Europe, home to a historic lighthouse.
Algarve Cliffs
Golden limestone rock formations and turquoise waters near Lagos and Portimão.
Praia de Faro
The long sandy beach immediately adjacent to the Faro Airport runway.
The right side offers the best views of the Portuguese coastline during arrival. If the aircraft approaches from the west, you will have a front-row seat to the iconic Algarve cliffs. For evening flights, this side provides spectacular sunset views over the Atlantic.
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Foyle Estuary
Stunning aerial view of the waterway separating Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland.
Celtic Sea
The deep blue waters south of Ireland often dotted with cargo ships and fishing vessels.
Picos de Europa
Distant views of Spain's northern mountain range when crossing the Bay of Biscay.
Ria Formosa
The intricate network of barrier islands and salt marshes near Faro Airport.
Choose the left side for morning departures to avoid direct sun glare. Watch for the change from the green hills of Ireland to the rugged terrain of northern Spain. During the descent, look for the unique patterns of the Ria Formosa salt pans.
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Get eSIMs for PortugalDistance: 2,006 km (1,246 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 40 min
Departure: LDY (55.04280090332031, -7.161109924316406)
Arrival: FAO (37.0144004822, -7.965909957889999)
Route Type: International
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