Departing south from Runway 21, passengers on the right enjoy views of the 25 de Abril Bridge, the Cristo Rei statue, and the Estoril coastline.
The right side offers superior views of the Lisbon cityscape upon takeoff and spectacular vistas of the Cantabrian Mountains and the Basque Country's rugged interior during the descent into Bilbao.
The right side is generally superior for this route because it offers a spectacular vantage point of the High Alps and Mont Blanc during the descent, along with a sweeping view of Lake Geneva on the final approach.
The left side offers the most iconic views of the Lisbon skyline upon departure and the stunning Portuguese Atlantic coastline, followed by a dramatic approach into Casablanca featuring the Moroccan shoreline.
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.
The Left Side is the clear winner for this route, offering a front-row seat to the historic Lisbon waterfront upon departure, the diverse landscapes of the African coastline, and the striking volcanic structures of the eastern Canary Islands.
While the left side offers views of Lisbon and Seville, the right side provides a more dramatic perspective of the Iberian coastline, the unique wetlands of DoΓ±ana National Park, and a stunning approach over the Mediterranean toward the Costa del Sol.
The right side offers a superior vantage point for the dramatic crossing of the Pyrenees and the volcanic landscapes of the Massif Central.
The left side offers a superior view of the African continent, including the dramatic transition from the Sahara Desert to the tropical forests of West Africa, along with iconic views of Lisbon upon departure.
The right side offers a stunning panorama of Portugal's western coastline, featuring the dramatic limestone cliffs of ArrΓ‘bida and the rugged Atlantic beauty of the Costa Vicentina before a scenic approach over the Algarve's turquoise waters.
The left side is superior for this route as it offers iconic views of Lisbon upon departure, the potential to see the Cape Verde islands, and a spectacular perspective of the Brazilian coastline and sunrise during the transoceanic crossing.
The right side offers a superior panorama of the Lisbon city center and Tagus River upon takeoff, followed by expansive views across the French countryside and a high likelihood of spotting the Paris metropolitan area and the Eiffel Tower on clear days.
The right side offers a superior combination of the Lisbon city skyline during takeoff and the best potential for spotting the Eiffel Tower and Parisian monuments on the approach to Orly.