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ORY → LIS
Which side of the plane to sit from Paris-Orly Airport (Paris) to Humberto Delgado Airport (Lisbon Portela Airport) (Lisbon)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side (Starboard) is superior for this route as it provides a front-row seat to the stunning Atlantic coastline, the city of Porto, and the dramatic cliffs of Nazaré before the scenic approach into Lisbon.
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French Atlantic Coast
Clear views of the Île de Ré and the coastal fortifications of La Rochelle.
Porto & Douro River
The colorful city of Porto and the mouth of the Douro River are visible as you enter Portuguese airspace.
Nazaré Big Wave Spot
Look for the iconic lighthouse and the massive cliffs famous for the world's largest surfing waves.
Sintra Mountains
The fairytale Pena Palace and the Moorish Castle perched atop the green hills of Sintra.
Atlantic Sunset
On evening flights, enjoy an unobstructed view of the sun dipping into the Atlantic Ocean.
The right side is the 'scenic' choice for coastal enthusiasts. For the best views of the Sintra-Cascais coastline, hope for a 'Runway 21' landing pattern. In the late afternoon, the golden hour light makes the Portuguese 'Silver Coast' glow brilliantly.
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View the winding Loire River and the dense cluster of historic French estates shortly after takeoff.
Picos de Europa
The jagged limestone peaks of Northern Spain are often visible in the distance across the Bay of Biscay.
Vasco da Gama Bridge
On a southern approach (Runway 03), this 12km-long bridge appears as a massive white thread across the Tagus.
Lisbon Old Town
Bird's-eye view of the Alfama district and the red roofs of central Lisbon when landing from the north.
Sit on the left if you are taking a morning flight to avoid the harsh glare of the sun. This side is also excellent for viewing the geometric patterns of the Tagus Estuary nature reserve during the final descent into LIS.
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Get eSIMs for PortugalDistance: 1,438 km (894 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 55 min
Departure: ORY (48.7233333, 2.3794444)
Arrival: LIS (38.7813, -9.13592)
Route Type: International
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