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Our Recommendation
8.5

Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers superior views of the dramatic Atlantic coastline, including the rugged Galician Rias of Spain and the iconic palaces of Sintra upon arrival.

Right Side Highlights
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Snowdonia National Park

The rugged mountains and glacial landforms of North Wales as the flight leaves the UK coastline.

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Galician Rias

The deep, fjord-like inlets of the Northwest Spanish coast, known as the Rias Baixas, offering stunning water-land contrast.

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NazarΓ© Canyon

The site of the world's largest surf waves; look for the distinct lighthouse on the headland along the Silver Coast.

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Cabo da Roca

The westernmost point of continental Europe, marked by steep cliffs dropping into the Atlantic.

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Sintra Palaces

Unmistakable views of the colorful Pena Palace and the Moorish Castle perched atop the Sintra mountains.

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Cascais & Estoril

The glamorous 'Portuguese Riviera' coastline with its sandy bays and luxury villas just minutes before touchdown.

The right side is the undisputed winner for coastal scenery. On the approach to Lisbon, planes usually fly south past the city before turning back; this 'downwind' leg on the right side provides a panoramic view of the entire coastline from Cascais to Cabo da Roca. In the late afternoon, this side offers spectacular sunset views over the Atlantic Ocean.

Left Side Highlights
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Peak District National Park

Dramatic gritstone edges and rolling hills of Northern England visible immediately after takeoff.

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Picos de Europa

The jagged limestone peaks of Northern Spain visible in the distance while crossing the Bay of Biscay.

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Serra da Estrela

Portugal's highest mountain range, often snow-capped in winter, appearing to the east during descent.

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Vasco da Gama Bridge

A massive 12km engineering marvel crossing the Tagus Estuary, visible on the approach to Runway 21.

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Lisbon Historic Center

Birds-eye views of the Alfama district and the red roofs of Baixa if the flight patterns favor an eastern approach.

Sit on the left for a better chance of seeing the city center and the Tagus River during the final descent. For morning flights, this side will be in the shade, providing better conditions for photography without window glare. Keep an eye out for the Tejo estuary's unique 'Ponta do Erva' wetlands just before landing.

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Route Information

Distance: 1,703 km (1,058 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 16 min

Departure: MAN (53.35369873046875, -2.2749500274658203)

Arrival: LIS (38.7813, -9.13592)

Route Type: International

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