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LTN → LIS
Which side of the plane to sit from London Luton Airport (London) to Humberto Delgado Airport (Lisbon Portela Airport) (Lisbon)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side is superior primarily for the approach into Lisbon, offering iconic views of the Tejo River, the 25 de Abril Bridge, and the historic city center, alongside the diverse coastlines of France and Northern Spain.
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Greater London & Home Counties
Aerial views of the sprawling London suburbs and the green belt of the Chiltern Hills shortly after takeoff from Luton.
English Channel Crossing
A clear view of the busy shipping lanes and the transition from the South Coast of England to the French coastline.
French Atlantic Coast
Vistas of the Brittany peninsula and the scenic Vendée department as the flight tracks south along the Bay of Biscay.
Northern Portuguese Vineyards
Looking down upon the terraced slopes of the Douro Valley, famous for its world-class port wine production.
Lisbon Approach (Runway 02)
The absolute highlight: a low-altitude sweep over the Tejo River, the Cristo Rei statue, and the red rooftops of the Alfama district.
For the best experience, choose a morning flight to have the sun behind you. If the wind is from the north (standard), the approach into LIS is one of Europe's most beautiful; seat yourself mid-cabin or forward to avoid the wing obscuring the historic city center and the Vasco da Gama bridge.
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Bay of Biscay Expanse
Panoramic views of the deep blue Atlantic Ocean where the continental shelf drops off into the abyss.
Picos de Europa
On clear days, the jagged limestone peaks of Northern Spain's premier mountain range are visible in the distance.
Galician Rias
The rugged, fjord-like inlets of the Northwest Spanish coast, known for their seafood and dramatic cliffs.
Sintra-Cascais Natural Park
During descent, look for the misty hills of Sintra and the prominent Pena Palace perched high on the ridge.
Cabo da Roca
A view of the westernmost point of mainland Europe where the land dramatically meets the crashing Atlantic waves.
The right side is ideal for evening flights to witness the sunset over the Atlantic. During the descent into Lisbon, look out for the Estoril coastline and the mouth of the Tejo. Keep an eye out for the white foam of the Atlantic rollers hitting the cliffs of Nazaré if the flight path stays coastal.
Book Hotels in LisbonDistance: 1,606 km (998 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 8 min
Departure: LTN (51.87469863891602, -0.36833301186561584)
Arrival: LIS (38.7813, -9.13592)
Route Type: International
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