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LIS → BVA
Which side of the plane to sit from Humberto Delgado Airport (Lisbon Portela Airport) (Lisbon) to Paris Beauvais Tillé Airport (Beauvais)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers an exceptional departure over Lisbon's Tagus river and the Vasco da Gama Bridge, followed by aerial views of the world-famous Bordeaux vineyards and the historic Loire Valley chateaus.
Tagus River Basin
Panoramic views of Lisbon, the 25 de Abril Bridge, and the sprawling Vasco da Gama Bridge during climb out.
Sintra Cultural Landscape
The mist-covered hills of Sintra and the colorful Pena Palace are often visible just north of Lisbon.
Bordeaux Vineyards
Geometric patterns of prestigious wine estates stretching across the Garonne and Dordogne river valleys.
Loire Valley Chateaus
The heart of the 'Garden of France' featuring historic castles like Chambord and Chenonceau nestled along the river.
Greater Paris Horizon
On the final approach, the distant silhouette of the Eiffel Tower and the skyscrapers of La Défense can often be seen to the south.
The right side is highly recommended for the initial 15 minutes of the flight to capture Lisbon's urban beauty. For photography, late afternoon flights provide warm light on the French chateaus. Sit slightly behind the wing to ensure an unobstructed view of the Loire river bends.
Portuguese Silver Coast
Rugged cliffs and famous surfing beaches of Ericeira and Peniche shortly after takeoff.
Galician Rias
The deep, fjord-like inlets along the northwest coast of Spain if the flight path hugs the coastline.
Bay of Biscay
A vast expanse of deep blue ocean often dotted with cargo ships crossing between Iberia and France.
French Atlantic Islands
Bird's eye views of the salt marshes and sandy beaches of Île d'Oléron and Île de Ré.
Picardy Landscapes
The patchwork quilt of agricultural fields characteristic of Northern France as you descend into Beauvais.
Choose the left side for spectacular ocean sunsets on evening flights. This side is also better for spotting the unique geography of the French Atlantic islands. Keep an eye out for the white sand beaches of the Charente-Maritime region during clear weather.
Distance: 1,485 km (923 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 59 min
Departure: LIS (38.7813, -9.13592)
Arrival: BVA (49.45439910888672, 2.1127800941467285)
Route Type: International
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