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LIS โ RAI
Which side of the plane to sit from Humberto Delgado Airport (Lisbon Portela Airport) (Lisbon) to Praia International Airport (Praia, Santiago Island)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a premier view of Spain's highest peak, Mount Teide, and provides a superior perspective of the volcanic archipelago of Cape Verde, including distant views of Fogo's cone during the descent.
Deep Atlantic Blue
Breathtaking views of the open ocean and the dramatic 'cloud streets' often formed by trade winds.
Mount Teide
The towering 3,715-meter peak of Tenerife is the highlight, often rising majestically above the cloud layer.
Western Canaries
Distant views of the greener, steeper islands of La Palma and La Gomera on the western horizon.
Fogo Volcano
During the descent into Praia, the massive, perfectly shaped volcanic cone of Fogo is often visible to the west.
Santiago Island Interior
Rugged mountain ridges and deep valleys of the destination island are visible during the final approach.
The right side is best for morning flights to avoid direct sunlight and glare. Mount Teide usually appears 2 to 2.5 hours into the journey; ensure your window is clear of frost for the best photos. On the final 20 minutes of flight, look west to spot the silhouette of the island of Fogo.
Lisbon Urban View
A stunning perspective of the 25 de Abril Bridge and the Belรฉm Tower during the initial climb out of LIS.
Alentejo Coastline
The rugged, pristine beaches of southwest Portugal are visible as the flight tracks south toward Africa.
Sahara Desert Edges
Dramatic views of the golden sands of Western Sahara meeting the turquoise Atlantic surf.
Lanzarote & Fuerteventura
A clear view of the easternmost Canary Islands' martian-like volcanic landscapes.
Las Palmas
The urban density and busy port of Gran Canaria's capital city are visible during the mid-flight cruise.
Choose the left side for afternoon departures to experience the 'Golden Hour' lighting over the African coast. Keep an eye out approximately 15 minutes after takeoff for the Troia Peninsula and again 2 hours in for the transition from the Moroccan coastline to the desert dunes.
Distance: 3,002 km (1,865 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 32 min
Departure: LIS (38.7813, -9.13592)
Arrival: RAI (14.924500465393065, -23.49349975585937)
Route Type: International
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