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LIS → SSA
Which side of the plane to sit from Humberto Delgado Airport (Lisbon Portela Airport) (Lisbon) to Deputado Luiz Eduardo Magalhães International Airport (Salvador)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the Portuguese coastline upon departure and a spectacular panorama of the Salvador skyline and the Baía de Todos os Santos during the final approach.
Sintra-Cascais
The rugged cliffs of Cabo da Roca, the westernmost point of continental Europe, visible shortly after takeoff.
Cape Verde Archipelago
Volcanic peaks and arid landscapes of the western islands like Santo Antão and São Vicente.
Atlantic Sunset
On daytime flights, the right side provides a front-row seat to spectacular sunsets over the open ocean.
Salvador Skyline
A stunning view of the Farol da Barra and the historic 'Cidade Alta' during the final approach.
All Saints Bay
The vast turquoise waters of the Baía de Todos os Santos as the aircraft turns toward the runway.
This is the best side for the arrival in Salvador, as the city and the bay are typically visible to the right. On morning flights from Lisbon, the sun will be behind you or on the opposite side for most of the journey, providing excellent lighting for photography of the Cape Verde islands and the Brazilian coast.
Tagus Estuary
View of the 25 de Abril Bridge and the southern banks of the Tagus River immediately after takeoff.
Costa de Caparica
Expansive golden beaches stretching south along the Setúbal Peninsula.
Canary Islands
Possible views of the eastern islands like Lanzarote or Fuerteventura depending on the specific flight corridor.
Intertropical Convergence Zone
Dramatic towering cumulonimbus clouds and weather patterns typical near the Equator.
Costa dos Coqueiros
The lush, palm-lined coastline of northern Bahia as the plane begins its descent into Salvador.
Choose this side for the best views of the Tagus River at departure. Since this is a southbound flight across the equator, the sun will be on the left side during the early part of the day, so keep your window shade down if you want to avoid direct glare during the Atlantic crossing.
Distance: 6,498 km (4,038 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 7 hrs 39 min
Departure: LIS (38.7813, -9.13592)
Arrival: SSA (-12.9086112976, -38.3224983215)
Route Type: International
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