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LIS → CCS
Which side of the plane to sit from Humberto Delgado Airport (Lisbon Portela Airport) (Lisbon) to Simón Bolívar International Airport (Caracas)?
Right Side of the Plane
The Right Side offers a spectacular departure over the westernmost points of Europe and the best chance to spot the Madeira archipelago before the long Atlantic crossing.
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Sintra & Cascais
Aerial views of the Estoril coast and the fairytale palaces nestled in the Sintra mountains.
Cabo da Roca
The westernmost point of continental Europe, where the rugged cliffs meet the deep Atlantic.
Madeira Archipelago
The lush green peaks of Madeira and Porto Santo often appear roughly 90 minutes into the flight.
Mid-Atlantic Sunset
Since the flight travels west, you will experience an extended sunset with vibrant colors over the open ocean.
Waraira Repano
The massive Avila mountain range that separates the Caribbean Sea from the valley of Caracas.
Sit on the right to avoid direct sunlight and enjoy the best views of the Portuguese coastline. This side also offers a more comfortable lighting environment for photography during the long ocean crossing.
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Tagus Estuary
Dramatic views of the 25 de Abril Bridge and the Cristo Rei monument during takeoff from Lisbon.
Arrábida Coast
The turquoise waters and white cliffs of the Setúbal peninsula shortly after departure.
Canary Islands
Depending on the flight corridor, distant views of the volcanic peaks of Tenerife or La Palma.
La Guaira Port
A bird's-eye view of Venezuela's primary maritime gateway just before landing at Maiquetía.
On this westward route, the sun will be on the left (south) side for the majority of the flight. This can cause significant glare and heat; keep your window shade partially closed to maintain cabin temperature.
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Get eSIMs for VenezuelaDistance: 6,502 km (4,040 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 7 hrs 39 min
Departure: LIS (38.7813, -9.13592)
Arrival: CCS (10.601194, -66.991222)
Route Type: International
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