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LTN → FAO
Which side of the plane to sit from London Luton Airport (London) to Faro Airport (Faro)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior experience, featuring the dramatic Atlantic coastline of Portugal and the iconic approach over the lagoons of the Ria Formosa National Park.
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Atlantic Horizon
Uninterrupted views of the deep blue Atlantic Ocean while bypassing the Bay of Biscay.
Cantabrian Mountains
The dramatic, jagged peaks of the Picos de Europa visible over Northern Spain.
Portuguese Coast
The rugged, wave-battered cliffs of the Alentejo and Western Algarve regions.
Lisbon Distant
On clear days, the mouth of the Tagus River and the Lisbon cityscape are visible to the west.
Ria Formosa
A spectacular final approach over turquoise lagoons, salt pans, and sand islands.
This side is essential for the scenic descent into Faro. Morning flights provide the best lighting for the coastline. If the plane lands from the west, you will get a front-row seat to the Algarve's famous golden beaches.
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London Metro
Aerial views of the Greater London area and the Thames Valley shortly after departure.
English Channel
Dense shipping traffic visible in the narrow waters between England and France.
Loire Valley
The patchwork fields and winding rivers of central-western France.
Iberian Interior
The sun-baked, arid plateaus of the Spanish and Portuguese borderlands.
Choose this side for afternoon flights to avoid direct sunlight and glare. During the descent, keep an eye out for the Guadiana River, which serves as the natural border between Spain and Portugal.
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Get eSIMs for PortugalDistance: 1,757 km (1,092 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 21 min
Departure: LTN (51.87469863891602, -0.36833301186561584)
Arrival: FAO (37.0144004822, -7.965909957889999)
Route Type: International
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