LYS → LIS

Lyon City Center

Depending on the takeoff direction, you may see the confluence of the Rhône and Saône rivers and the Fourvière hill.

Bay of Biscay

As the flight heads southwest, the dramatic coastline where France meets Spain is visible in the distance.

Picos de Europa

Look for the jagged limestone peaks of this prominent Spanish mountain range near the northern coast.

Serra da Estrela

Pass over the highest mountain range in mainland Portugal, often featuring snow in winter months.

Sintra & Cabo da Roca

During the standard approach to Runway 21, you can see the Pena Palace and the westernmost point of continental Europe.

Distant French Alps

On departure from Lyon, the snow-capped peaks of the Alps are often visible on the eastern horizon.

Massif Central

View the unique volcanic topography of central France, including the Chaîne des Puys.

Central Pyrenees

As you cross the border into Spain, you get a direct view of the high peaks of the central Pyrenees.

Castilian Plateau

The vast, golden plains of the Meseta Central provide a stark and beautiful geometric landscape.

Vasco da Gama Bridge

On a typical approach to Runway 03, this side looks over the massive bridge spanning the Tagus River.