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Our Recommendation
8.5

Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers superior views of the Atlantic archipelagos and the most dramatic approach into Sal, showcasing the island's unique volcanic and salt-flat landscape.

Right Side Highlights
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Cornish Peninsula

Clear views of Land's End and the jagged cliffs of Cornwall as the aircraft leaves the UK mainland.

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Madeira Archipelago

The lush, mountainous islands of Madeira and Porto Santo often appear as emerald jewels in the Atlantic.

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The Canary Islands

Spectacular views of La Palma and El Hierro, showcasing volcanic craters and high-altitude pine forests.

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Pedra de Lume

On the final approach to Sal, look for the iconic salt pans situated inside an ancient volcanic crater.

The right side is essential for sunset views on afternoon departures. On arrival at SID, the pilots often fly a loop to the west of Sal, giving passengers on this side a perfect panoramic view of the turquoise waters and white sand dunes of Santa Maria.

Left Side Highlights
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Snowdonia National Park

Dramatic views of the rugged peaks and valleys of North Wales shortly after departure from Manchester.

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Bay of Biscay

A vast crossing of the deep Atlantic where the continental shelf drops off, often featuring interesting cloud formations.

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The Galician Coast

Aerial perspectives of the 'Rias'—deep, fjord-like inlets along the northwestern coast of Spain.

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Portuguese Seaboard

Distant views of the Portuguese coastline, including the estuaries near Lisbon and the Algarve region.

Sit on the left for early morning flights to see the sunrise over the European continent. It provides the best chance to spot the mainland coast of Africa if the flight path tracks further east than usual during the final descent.

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Route Information

Distance: 4,449 km (2,764 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 5 hrs 14 min

Departure: MAN (53.35369873046875, -2.2749500274658203)

Arrival: SID (16.7414, -22.9494)

Route Type: International

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