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LIS → PXO
Which side of the plane to sit from Humberto Delgado Airport (Lisbon Portela Airport) (Lisbon) to Porto Santo Airport (Porto Santo)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a spectacular departure sequence over the city of Lisbon and the Tagus River, followed by an extended view of the rugged Portuguese coastline and the southwestern tip of Europe before heading into the Atlantic.
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Lisbon Cityscape
Breathtaking views of the Baixa district, Alfama, and the historic downtown area immediately after takeoff.
25 de Abril Bridge
A bird's-eye view of the iconic red suspension bridge spanning the Tagus River.
Arrábida Natural Park
Green mountain ridges meeting turquoise waters near Setúbal as the plane climbs.
Costa Vicentina
The wild, dramatic cliffs of the Alentejo coast stretching toward the horizon.
Cape Saint Vincent
The southwesternmost point of mainland Europe, marked by its famous lighthouse.
Porto Santo Beach
On final approach, enjoy the view of the 9km long golden sand beach that defines the island.
Sit on the left for departures toward the south to see the Christ the King statue and the city center. For afternoon flights, the left side is generally shaded, providing better conditions for photography without glare from the sun hitting the wing.
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Sintra & Pena Palace
On clear days, the mist-covered Sintra mountains and the colorful Pena Palace are visible in the distance.
Cascais & Estoril
Views of the prestigious 'Portuguese Riviera' coastline and the Boca do Inferno.
Atlantic Ocean
Vast expanses of deep blue where you can often spot large cargo ships entering the Tagus estuary.
Porto Santo Peaks
Detailed views of the island's volcanic cones like Pico do Facho during the descent phase.
The right side is ideal for morning flights to avoid the direct sun. During the approach to Porto Santo, this side often gets a better view of the northern volcanic cliffs of the island if the plane performs a standard circular approach to Runway 18.
Book Hotels in Porto SantoDistance: 908 km (564 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 31 min
Departure: LIS (38.7813, -9.13592)
Arrival: PXO (33.073398590100005, -16.3500003815)
Route Type: Domestic
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