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LIS → FCO
Which side of the plane to sit from Humberto Delgado Airport (Lisbon Portela Airport) (Lisbon) to Leonardo da Vinci–Fiumicino Airport (Rome)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior view of the European coastline, spanning from the Tagus River in Lisbon across the Pyrenees and the stunning French Riviera before reaching the Italian coast.
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Tagus River Estuary
Aerial view of Lisbon's iconic red bridge and the expansive Mar de Palha immediately after takeoff.
Pyrenees Range
Distant but visible snow-capped peaks of the border mountains between Spain and France.
French Riviera
The glamorous coastline of the Cote d'Azur and the Gulf of Lion as you cross into the Mediterranean.
Corsica & Elba
Dramatic views of the rugged northern tip of Corsica and Napoleon's exile island, Elba.
Tuscan Archipelago
A cluster of beautiful islands scattered in the Tyrrhenian Sea as the flight descends toward Rome.
Sit on the left for morning flights to keep the sun behind you. This side is perfect for spotting the French coastline and the Italian islands of the Tyrrhenian Sea. Keep your camera ready about 60-80 minutes into the flight for the best maritime views.
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Alentejo & Extremadura
Golden plains and rolling hills of the Portuguese and Spanish interior.
Madrid Outskirts
The sprawling urban landscape of the Spanish capital may be visible in the distance to the north.
Balearic Sea
Expansive views of the deep blue Mediterranean with occasional glimpses of the Balearic Islands.
Northern Sardinia
The emerald waters and rocky coastline of the Costa Smeralda visible to the south.
FCO Approach
Final approach views of the Roman countryside and the Tyrrhenian coastline near Fiumicino.
The right side is best for evening flights to catch the sunset over the Mediterranean. While mostly open water mid-flight, the view of the Italian coast upon arrival at FCO can be quite beautiful, especially if the plane circles from the south.
Book Hotels in RomeDistance: 1,839 km (1,143 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 27 min
Departure: LIS (38.7813, -9.13592)
Arrival: FCO (41.8002778, 12.2388889)
Route Type: International
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