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LRH → OPO
Which side of the plane to sit from La Rochelle-Île de Ré Airport (La Rochelle) to Francisco de Sá Carneiro Airport (Porto)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides a continuous panorama of the rugged Atlantic coastline, featuring the dramatic Galician inlets and the final approach over the Douro River mouth.
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Bay of Biscay
A vast expanse of deep blue Atlantic waters, often showcasing cargo ships and unique wave patterns.
A Coruña & Tower of Hercules
The oldest active Roman lighthouse in the world sits on the tip of the Galician peninsula visible during clear weather.
Rias Baixas
The spectacular 'Galician fjords,' a series of four estuarine inlets with white sand beaches and turquoise waters.
Douro Estuary
The iconic meeting point of the Douro River and the Atlantic Ocean, marking the final moments before touchdown.
This is the premier side for sunset flights, as the sun sets directly over the ocean. For the most iconic views, watch for the Cíes Islands (Islands of the Gods) off the coast of Vigo. If the wind is from the south, the right side will enjoy an incredible view of the Porto shoreline and Foz district during the final bank for landing.
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Île d'Oléron
The second-largest island in France, visible shortly after takeoff with its distinct salt marshes and bridge.
Picos de Europa
Distant views of the jagged limestone peaks in Northern Spain as the flight crosses the Bay of Biscay.
Peneda-Gerês National Park
Lush green mountain ranges and valleys as the aircraft crosses the border from Spain into Northern Portugal.
Braga Cityscape
The historic 'City of Archbishops' visible during the initial descent phase into the Porto region.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun over the Atlantic. This side offers better views of the French marshlands near La Rochelle and the mountainous interior of the Iberian Peninsula. Look out for the Garonne river mouth if the flight path tracks slightly further inland.
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Get eSIMs for PortugalDistance: 813 km (505 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 21 min
Departure: LRH (46.17919921875, -1.1952799558639526)
Arrival: OPO (41.2481002808, -8.68138980865)
Route Type: International
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