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LIS → PHL
Which side of the plane to sit from Humberto Delgado Airport (Lisbon Portela Airport) (Lisbon) to Philadelphia International Airport (Philadelphia)?
Right Side of the Plane
The Right Side is generally superior for this transatlantic crossing, offering the first glimpse of North America via the rugged Newfoundland coastline and a potential view of the New York City skyline during the descent into Philadelphia.
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Sintra & Cabo da Roca
The fairytale palaces of Sintra and the westernmost point of continental Europe.
Newfoundland Coastline
Dramatic cliffs and potentially icebergs near St. John's during the first North American landfall.
Nova Scotia
Dense evergreen forests and the jagged, rocky inlets of the Canadian Maritimes.
Cape Cod
The iconic hooked peninsula of Massachusetts visible as the flight tracks south towards PA.
Manhattan Skyline
On clear days, the distant but unmistakable silhouette of New York City is visible during descent.
Main Line Suburbs
The lush, green historic estates and rolling hills of Philadelphia's western suburbs.
The right side is the 'land-lover's' choice. It tracks the North American coast from Newfoundland down to Pennsylvania. In spring, keep an eye out for white dots in the water off Canada—these are often massive icebergs. During the descent, this side provides the most iconic views of the Northeast Corridor's urban centers.
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Tagus River & Lisbon Waterfront
Aerial views of the 25 de Abril Bridge and the historic Belém district immediately after takeoff.
Costa da Caparica
Extensive golden sand beaches stretching south of the Tagus estuary as the plane turns west.
Azores Archipelago
Distant views of the volcanic peaks of Santa Maria or São Miguel rising from the Atlantic.
Jersey Shore
The barrier islands and boardwalks of the New Jersey coastline including Atlantic City.
Delaware Bay
The wide mouth of the Delaware River where it meets the ocean before the final approach.
South Philadelphia
Views of the sports complex and the historic neighborhoods of South Philly just before touchdown.
The left side provides better lighting for photography on westbound flights as the sun remains to the south, reducing cabin glare. Choose this side for views of the Portuguese coastline and the Jersey Shore. On typical landing patterns into PHL, this side offers views of the Delaware River shipyards.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 5,551 km (3,449 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 6 hrs 32 min
Departure: LIS (38.7813, -9.13592)
Arrival: PHL (39.87189865112305, -75.24109649658203)
Route Type: International
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