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ORK → LIS
Which side of the plane to sit from Cork Airport (Cork) to Humberto Delgado Airport (Lisbon Portela Airport) (Lisbon)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides a front-row seat to the stunning Atlantic coastline, spanning from the rugged Irish cliffs to the dramatic 'rias' of Galicia and the surf-beaten shores of Portugal.
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Old Head of Kinsale
The iconic narrow peninsula and lighthouse marking the start of the Wild Atlantic Way.
Cíes Islands
Stunning white sand beaches and turquoise waters of the Galician archipelago off the coast of Vigo.
Porto & Douro Mouth
A clear view of Portugal's second-largest city where the Douro River meets the Atlantic Ocean.
Nazaré Cliffs
The site of the world's largest surfable waves and a dramatic lighthouse on the headland.
Cabo da Roca
The westernmost point of continental Europe, featuring jagged cliffs dropping into the ocean.
Cascais & Estoril
The 'Portuguese Riviera' coastline with its golden beaches and luxury villas visible during descent.
The right side is superior for coastal enthusiasts. For late afternoon flights, you'll witness a spectacular sunset over the Atlantic Ocean. Look out for the transition from the green, fjord-like inlets of northern Spain to the dryer, sandy stretches of central Portugal. This side is also best for seeing the Sintra mountains just before landing.
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Cork Harbor
View the massive natural harbor of Cork and the town of Cobh immediately after takeoff.
Bay of Biscay
A long stretch over deep blue waters where you might spot large shipping vessels.
Douro Valley
Distant views of the winding Douro River as it heads inland toward the famous wine region.
Vasco da Gama Bridge
One of Europe's longest bridges stretching across the wide Tagus estuary on final approach.
Alfama District
The historic red-roofed buildings of old Lisbon visible just before touchdown on Runway 03.
Sit on the left if you prefer views of the city of Lisbon itself during the final descent. If the plane lands from the south (Runway 03), you will get an incredible view of the Tagus River and the historic city center. Afternoon flights offer the best lighting for photography on this side as the sun is to the west.
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Get eSIMs for PortugalDistance: 1,453 km (903 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 56 min
Departure: ORK (51.84130096435547, -8.491109848022461)
Arrival: LIS (38.7813, -9.13592)
Route Type: International
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