Departing south from Runway 21, passengers on the right enjoy views of the 25 de Abril Bridge, the Cristo Rei statue, and the Estoril coastline.
The right side is superior for this route because it offers the iconic view of Mount Pico, Portugal's highest peak, as you approach the Azores. It also provides better views of the Lisbon riverfront and the southern islands of the central group.
The right side offers a superior visual experience, featuring a stunning panoramic departure over downtown Lisbon and the Tagus River, followed by a spectacular traverse along the high peaks of the Swiss and Austrian Alps.
While the left side offers rugged Spanish mountains and the distant Alps, the right side is superior for its spectacular views of the Mediterranean coastline and the world-famous approach into Nice.
The right side offers a superior departure experience with panoramic views of the Tagus River and Lisbon's urban landscape, followed by a strategic perspective of the French interior and the Rhine river approach into Dusseldorf.
The right side is superior for its spectacular traverse over the Pyrenees and a continuous, stunning panoramic view of the snow-capped Alps to the south.
The left side provides a front-row seat to the dramatic transition of the African continent, featuring the Atlas Mountains, the vast Sahara, and the lush tropical coastlines of West Africa.
While both sides provide a stunning departure from Lisbon, the Right Side is the clear winner for the iconic approach into Rio de Janeiro, often showcasing the Christ the Redeemer statue and Sugarloaf Mountain during the final descent.
The left side offers a breathtaking continuous view of Portugal's Silver Coast, featuring the Atlantic horizon, iconic surfing destinations, and the unique geography of the Aveiro lagoon.
The right side of the aircraft provides a superior vantage point for spotting the volcanic peaks of the Canary Islands and the dramatic coastal geography of the Cap-Vert Peninsula upon arrival in Dakar.
The right side of the aircraft offers a more dramatic scenic progression, featuring the high peaks of the Pyrenees, the volcanic landscapes of central France, and a breathtaking panoramic view of the Alps and Lake Constance during the descent into Bavaria.
The left side offers a stunning combination of the Portuguese Atlantic coastline, the mouth of the Douro River, and the spectacular approach over the Bassin d'Arcachon, including the Dune du Pilat.
The right side offers a superior aerial perspective of Lisbon's Tagus riverfront on departure and provides the most iconic views of the Sea of Marmara and Istanbul's historic peninsula during the final approach.