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LIS → DUS
Which side of the plane to sit from Humberto Delgado Airport (Lisbon Portela Airport) (Lisbon) to Düsseldorf Airport (Duesseldorf)?
Right Side of the Plane
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.
Vasco da Gama Bridge
A stunning view of Europe's second-longest bridge spanning the vast Tagus estuary immediately after takeoff.
Cantabrian Peaks
Distances glimpses of the snow-capped Picos de Europa mountains in Northern Spain.
Bordeaux Vineyards
The geometric patterns of the world's most famous vineyards stretching across the Gironde department.
Loire Valley
The winding path of the Loire river, dotted with historic French chateaus and lush green valleys.
Paris Distant Skyline
Depending on the specific airway used, you may spot the distant urban sprawl and lights of Paris.
Rhine River Bend
The sweeping curves of the Rhine river as it snakes through the industrial heartland of North Rhine-Westphalia.
For the best photography, choose the right side on morning flights to have the sun behind the aircraft. During the approach to DUS, the right side usually provides a better view of the heavy industry and urban density of the Ruhr area. During takeoff from LIS, seat 20F or similar avoids wing obstruction for the bridge view.
Atlantic Edge
Dramatic views of the Portuguese coastline and Cabo da Roca, the westernmost point of continental Europe.
Islands of Biscay
Clear aerial perspectives of Île d'Oléron and Île de Ré as the flight tracks along the French coast.
Brittany Coastline
The rugged, rocky edges of Northwest France where the land meets the turquoise waters of the Atlantic.
English Channel
High-altitude views of the busy shipping lanes and the distant outline of the British Isles on very clear days.
The Low Countries
A dense tapestry of urban centers including Brussels and Antwerp as you cross into Belgian airspace.
Rheinturm
The iconic Rhine Tower and the modern architecture of the MedienHafen during the final descent.
The left side is prone to significant sun glare during afternoon flights as you head north-northeast. However, it is the prime choice for catching spectacular sunsets over the Atlantic if flying late in the day. Keep your camera ready shortly after takeoff for the Sintra mountains.
Distance: 1,862 km (1,157 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 29 min
Departure: LIS (38.7813, -9.13592)
Arrival: DUS (51.289501, 6.766780000000001)
Route Type: International
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