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OPO → MST
Which side of the plane to sit from Francisco de Sá Carneiro Airport (Porto) to Maastricht Aachen Airport (Maastricht)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers an exceptional variety of landscapes, including the Douro Valley, the snow-capped Picos de Europa in Spain, and the lush châteaux-filled Loire Valley in France.
Douro River
Immediately after takeoff, see the winding Douro River and the UNESCO-listed terraced vineyards.
Picos de Europa
The dramatic limestone massifs of the Cantabrian Mountains provide the most stunning mountain views of the trip.
Loire Valley
Survey the 'Garden of France,' known for its historic river and dozens of Renaissance châteaux visible from altitude.
The Ardennes
As you begin your descent, fly over the rolling, forested hills that stretch across Belgium into the Netherlands.
Maastricht Skyline
A clear view of the Meuse river and the historic Roman-founded city of Maastricht during the final approach.
The right side is significantly better for morning flights when the sun is to the southeast, beautifully illuminating the Picos de Europa. In winter, these mountains are snow-capped and highly photogenic. Keep a sharp eye out after crossing the Pyrenees foothills for the French châteaux.
Costa Verde
View of the Atlantic shoreline and the rugged 'Green Coast' of Northern Portugal and Spain.
Bay of Biscay
Cross over the deep blue waters of the bay, often dotted with cargo ships and ferries.
Brittany Peninsula
In the distance, the jagged coastline of northwestern France is visible under clear conditions.
Normandy Coast
As the flight turns northeast, catch glimpses of the historic beaches and limestone cliffs of Normandy.
Choose the left side for evening flights to enjoy a spectacular sunset over the Atlantic Ocean. This side generally has less glare during afternoon departures from Porto, though the scenery is predominantly maritime for much of the cruise.
Distance: 1,543 km (959 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 3 min
Departure: OPO (41.2481002808, -8.68138980865)
Arrival: MST (50.911701, 5.7701400000000005)
Route Type: International
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