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OPO → ORY
Which side of the plane to sit from Francisco de Sá Carneiro Airport (Porto) to Paris-Orly Airport (Paris)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides a more diverse landscape, featuring the rugged Peneda-Gerês and Cantabrian mountains shortly after takeoff, followed by the lush vineyards of Aquitaine and the architectural heritage of the Loire Valley.
Peneda-Gerês
The dramatic peaks of Portugal's only National Park appear shortly after takeoff.
Cantabrian Mountains
Stunning snow-capped peaks of Northern Spain visible during the first 30 minutes of flight.
Bordeaux Vineyards
The geometric patterns of the famous Aquitaine wine regions and the Garonne river winding below.
Loire Valley Châteaux
As you head north, look for the historic estates and the wide banks of the Loire River near Tours.
Parisian Horizon
During the descent into Orly, the Eiffel Tower and Parisian skyline are often visible to the right/front.
Morning flights offer the best lighting on the mountains. On clear days, the Pyrenees are visible far to the right. Use the flight map to time your view of the Loire Valley about 20 minutes before landing.
Costa Verde
Beautiful views of the rugged Portuguese and Spanish Atlantic coastline shortly after departure.
Port of Gijón
Occasional sightings of the industrial and scenic northern Spanish port if the route hugs the coast.
Bay of Biscay Islands
The Île d'Oléron and Île de Ré are often visible as white specs in the blue Atlantic near La Rochelle.
Arcachon Bay
The unique shape of the Bassin d'Arcachon and the Dune of Pilat may be visible depending on the flight path.
Best during sunset flights for reflections over the Atlantic. If the flight path stays west, you might catch a glimpse of the Brittany peninsula. Sit towards the front to avoid wing obstruction of the coastline.
Distance: 1,201 km (746 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 36 min
Departure: OPO (41.2481002808, -8.68138980865)
Arrival: ORY (48.7233333, 2.3794444)
Route Type: International
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