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LIS → KBP
Which side of the plane to sit from Humberto Delgado Airport (Lisbon Portela Airport) (Lisbon) to Boryspil International Airport (Kiev)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side of the aircraft offers superior views of the High Alps, the winding Danube River, and the dramatic arc of the Carpathian Mountains before the final approach into Kyiv.
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Madrid & The Meseta
The vast Spanish central plateau and the distant urban sprawl of the capital city.
The Swiss & Austrian Alps
Spectacular snow-capped peaks and glaciers visible during the middle leg of the journey.
Lake Balaton
The largest lake in Central Europe, easily identifiable by its distinct long shape in Hungary.
Carpathian Mountains
The forested and wild mountain range crossing Western Ukraine.
Kyiv Pechersk Lavra
On clear days, the golden domes of the historic monastery can be seen during the final approach.
The right side is ideal for mountain lovers. Try to book a morning flight to have the sun behind you for clearer photography of the Alps and Carpathians. Keep an eye out for the Dnieper River's wide curves as you approach Boryspil.
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The highest mountain range in mainland Portugal, visible shortly after takeoff from Lisbon.
Bay of Biscay
Glittering views of the Atlantic coastline as the flight crosses Northern Spain and enters France.
Northern Pyrenees
Dramatic rugged peaks forming the natural border between Spain and France.
Central European Plains
A mosaic of agricultural fields and historic cities across Southern Germany and Poland.
Kyiv Reservoir
The massive 'Kyiv Sea' located on the Dnieper River north of the city.
Sit on the left for softer lighting during late afternoon flights and to catch glimpses of the Atlantic coast. Look for the Dnieper River during the descent, which signifies the entry into Ukrainian airspace.
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Get eSIMs for UkraineDistance: 3,372 km (2,095 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 58 min
Departure: LIS (38.7813, -9.13592)
Arrival: KBP (50.34500122070313, 30.89469909667969)
Route Type: International
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