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NTE → OPO
Which side of the plane to sit from Nantes Atlantique Airport (Nantes) to Francisco de Sá Carneiro Airport (Porto)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior mix of coastal French geography, the rugged inland terrain of Galicia, and the terraced landscapes of the Douro region upon arrival.
Vendée Coastline
Clear views of the French Atlantic beaches and the Marais Poitevin wetlands shortly after departure from Nantes.
French Atlantic Islands
Visuals of Île de Noirmoutier and Île d'Yeu as the aircraft heads south over the Bay of Biscay.
Cantabrian Mountains
The jagged limestone peaks of the Picos de Europa are often visible to the east when crossing the Spanish coast.
Galician Highlands
The lush, green interior forests and rolling hills of northwestern Spain provide a vibrant landscape.
Douro Valley
As you descend into Porto, catch glimpses of the winding Douro River and the outskirts of the famous wine region.
Sit on the left for the best morning light on the French coast. This side is also preferred for spotting the transition from the Bay of Biscay to the Iberian landmass. Keep an eye out for the stadium 'Estádio do Dragão' during the final approach if the wind dictates a northern landing.
Bay of Biscay
A vast expanse of deep blue Atlantic waters, occasionally spotting cargo ships and fishing vessels.
Cape Finisterre
The 'End of the World' cape in Galicia is visible on the horizon during the coastal transit.
Rías Baixas
View the dramatic, fjord-like estuaries of the Galician coast where the ocean cuts deep into the land.
Atlantic Sunset
On evening flights, this side offers an unobstructed view of the sun dipping into the Atlantic Ocean.
Matosinhos Beach
During the final descent into OPO, enjoy views of the surf-heavy Atlantic beaches just west of Porto.
The right side is ideal for late afternoon or evening flights to catch the sunset over the Atlantic. If the plane lands on Runway 17 (from the north), you will see the rugged coastline and the mouth of the Douro River ('Foz') just before touchdown.
Distance: 865 km (537 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 27 min
Departure: NTE (47.15319824220001, -1.61073005199)
Arrival: OPO (41.2481002808, -8.68138980865)
Route Type: International
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