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OPO → NTE
Which side of the plane to sit from Francisco de Sá Carneiro Airport (Porto) to Nantes Atlantique Airport (Nantes)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior mix of urban and natural landscapes, including the best views of Porto at takeoff, the rugged mountains of Northern Portugal, and the scenic approach over the Loire Valley into Nantes.
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Porto & Douro River
A bird's-eye view of Porto's historic center and the winding Douro River immediately after takeoff.
Peneda-Gerês
The lush, granite peaks of Portugal's only National Park stretching toward the Spanish border.
Picos de Europa
Distant but visible snow-capped limestone peaks of the Cantabrian Mountains in Northern Spain.
Île de Ré
The distinctive white houses and salt pans of the French coast near La Rochelle during the descent.
Loire Estuary
The grand finale: the wide mouth of the Loire River as the plane lines up for the Nantes landing.
Sit on the right for the best perspective of Porto's urban layout during a northbound takeoff. During the mid-flight crossing, look east to spot the rugged Cantabrian range. As you approach Nantes, this side typically offers a better view of the city center and the Machines of the Isle of Nantes if the aircraft uses the northern approach path (Runway 21).
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Rias Baixas
Stunning views of the deep, fjord-like inlets along the Galician coastline shortly after departure.
Cape Finisterre
The 'End of the World,' a dramatic peninsula marking the westernmost point of the Spanish mainland.
Bay of Biscay
Vast expanses of the Atlantic Ocean, often displaying deep azure hues and maritime traffic.
Belle-Île-en-Mer
The largest of Brittany's islands, visible during the descent into French airspace.
Atlantic Sunset
On evening flights, this side provides front-row seats to spectacular sunsets over the horizon.
Choose this side for late afternoon or evening flights to experience the sunset over the Atlantic. During the first 20 minutes, keep your camera ready for the intricate coastline of Galicia, particularly the Vigo and Pontevedra estuaries. These features are best viewed from an altitude of 20,000 to 30,000 feet before the plane heads further out over the Bay of Biscay.
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Get eSIMs for FranceDistance: 865 km (537 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 27 min
Departure: OPO (41.2481002808, -8.68138980865)
Arrival: NTE (47.15319824220001, -1.61073005199)
Route Type: International
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