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LIS → BRU
Which side of the plane to sit from Humberto Delgado Airport (Lisbon Portela Airport) (Lisbon) to Brussels Airport (Brussels)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior panorama of the Lisbon city center and Tagus River upon takeoff, followed by expansive views across the French countryside and a high likelihood of spotting the Paris metropolitan area and the Eiffel Tower on clear days.
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Lisbon & Tagus River
An unbeatable view of the 25 de Abril Bridge, the Christ the King statue, and the Alfama district immediately after takeoff.
Loire Valley Châteaux
Look down over central France to spot the winding Loire River and the historic estates dotting the landscape.
Parisian Horizon
On clear days, the sprawling city of Paris and the distinctive silhouette of the Eiffel Tower appear approximately 1 hour and 40 minutes into the flight.
Brussels City Center
Final approach often provides views of the Atomium and the dense urban architecture of the Belgian capital.
Sierra de Guadarrama
The snowy peaks of central Spain's mountain ranges are visible as you head northeast from Portugal.
The right side is generally more scenic for urban landmarks. To see Lisbon clearly, ensure you are seated behind the wing for an unobstructed view of the city center during the initial climb. For the best views of Paris, monitor your flight progress; the city will appear roughly 30-40 minutes before landing in Brussels. Morning flights on this side offer bright, direct light on the French châteaux.
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Portuguese Silver Coast
Dramatic views of the Atlantic coastline, including the famous surfing waves of Nazaré and the Peniche peninsula.
Picos de Europa
The rugged limestone peaks of Northern Spain visible as the aircraft crosses the coastline into the Bay of Biscay.
Mont Saint-Michel
If the flight path takes a more westerly route over France, look for this iconic island commune off the coast of Normandy.
Port of Antwerp
One of the world's largest seaports visible during the final descent into Brussels Airport.
Sit on the left for dramatic ocean vistas and the rugged cliffs of the Iberian Peninsula. During sunset flights, this side experiences the 'Golden Hour' over the Atlantic, providing excellent photography opportunities of the coastline. Keep an eye out for the D-Day beaches if the pilot takes a northern coastal approach.
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Get eSIMs for BelgiumDistance: 1,717 km (1,067 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 17 min
Departure: LIS (38.7813, -9.13592)
Arrival: BRU (50.9014015198, 4.48443984985)
Route Type: International
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