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OPO → LIS
Which side of the plane to sit from Francisco de Sá Carneiro Airport (Porto) to Humberto Delgado Airport (Lisbon Portela Airport) (Lisbon)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides the most iconic views, including the departure over the Douro River, inland historical cities like Coimbra, and a dramatic final approach over the Tagus River and Lisbon's historic districts.
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Porto & Douro River
Immediately after takeoff, witness the winding Douro River and the historic Ribeira district of Porto.
Coimbra
View one of the world's oldest universities perched on a hill overlooking the Mondego River.
Santarém
A high-altitude look at the 'Gothic Capital' of Portugal situated in the fertile Tagus valley.
Vasco da Gama Bridge
On approach to Runway 03, you fly directly alongside Europe's second-longest bridge spanning the Tagus Estuary.
Lisbon Historic Center
Spectacular views of the Alfama district, São Jorge Castle, and the Pombaline Lower Town during the final descent.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid the direct Atlantic glare. For the best experience, try to book a seat behind the wing to capture the full scale of the Vasco da Gama bridge and the red-roofed expanse of Lisbon during the 'River Approach'.
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Silver Coast
Continuous views of the rugged Atlantic coastline and the white sand beaches of Central Portugal.
Aveiro Lagoon
The 'Ria de Aveiro' is clearly visible with its unique labyrinth of water channels and salt pans.
Peniche & Nazaré
Spot the distinctive Peniche peninsula and the coastal cliffs of Nazaré, famous for world-record giant waves.
Berlengas Archipelago
On clear days, these small, rocky islands can be spotted shimmering in the Atlantic to the west.
Sintra-Cascais Natural Park
As the plane turns for the final approach, the lush green hills of Sintra and the Cabo da Roca cliffside appear.
The right side is unbeatable for sunset flights, as the sun dips into the Atlantic Ocean. Keep your camera ready about 15 minutes before landing to catch the geometric patterns of the coastal salt pans near Aveiro.
Book Hotels in LisbonDistance: 277 km (172 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 28 min
Departure: OPO (41.2481002808, -8.68138980865)
Arrival: LIS (38.7813, -9.13592)
Route Type: Domestic
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