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LIS → BOS
Which side of the plane to sit from Humberto Delgado Airport (Lisbon Portela Airport) (Lisbon) to General Edward Lawrence Logan International Airport (Boston)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior departure view of Lisbon's iconic bridges and historic waterfront, followed by a scenic approach into Boston that often showcases the New England coastline and the Harbor Islands.
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Lisbon Waterfront
Clear views of the 25 de Abril Bridge, Cristo Rei monument, and the Tagus River estuary immediately after takeoff.
Azores Archipelago
Depending on the specific North Atlantic Track, you may catch a glimpse of the lush green peaks of the Azores islands mid-flight.
Nova Scotia Coastline
As the flight reaches North America, the rugged and heavily forested shoreline of Nova Scotia becomes visible.
Maine Coastal Islands
Stunning views of the jagged Maine coast, including the perimeter of Acadia National Park and its granite peaks.
Boston Harbor Islands
Low-altitude views of Spectacle and Georges Islands during the final descent into Logan Airport.
Sit on the left for the most iconic Lisbon departure. Since this is a westbound flight, the sun will be on the left (south) side of the plane for most of the journey; keep your window shade down during the mid-Atlantic crossing to avoid glare, then open it as you cross the Canadian coastline. For the best landing views, hope for an arrival on Runway 22L which passes directly over the harbor.
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Cabo da Roca
The westernmost point of continental Europe, featuring dramatic cliffs and a lighthouse perched above the Atlantic.
Newfoundland Shore
If the flight takes a northerly route, you will see the stark, rocky wilderness and deep fjords of Newfoundland.
Bay of Fundy
Aerial perspective of the massive tidal flats between New Brunswick and Nova Scotia.
Cape Ann
Views of the historic maritime towns of Gloucester and Rockport as the plane nears Massachusetts.
Boston Skyline
Excellent views of the Financial District and Back Bay skyscrapers if the aircraft circles north before landing.
The right side is ideal for photographers as the sun will be on the opposite side of the aircraft, providing soft, even lighting on the landscape below. In the spring (April-June), keep a sharp eye out for icebergs off the coast of Newfoundland. This side also offers a more consistent view of the Boston city skyline during the final patterns for runways 4L or 4R.
Book Hotels in BostonDistance: 5,124 km (3,184 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 6 hrs 2 min
Departure: LIS (38.7813, -9.13592)
Arrival: BOS (42.36429977, -71.00520325)
Route Type: International
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