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PMI → OPO
Which side of the plane to sit from Palma De Mallorca Airport (Palma de Mallorca) to Francisco de Sá Carneiro Airport (Porto)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior views of the Tramuntana mountain range upon takeoff and better visibility of the Douro River and Porto's historic center during the landing approach.
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Serra de Tramuntana
Dramatic views of Mallorca's UNESCO-listed limestone mountain range immediately after leaving PMI.
Sistema Central
The snow-capped peaks of the Sierra de Guadarrama mountains north of Madrid are often visible during the cruise.
Salamanca
A high-altitude view of the historic city known for its sandstone architecture and famous university.
Porto & Douro Mouth
Stunning views of the Ribeira district, Luis I Bridge, and the Atlantic Ocean on the final approach into OPO.
The right side is ideal for mountain lovers. During the final approach into Porto, aircraft often loop over the ocean; this side typically offers the best view of the city's iconic bridges and the river mouth. For evening flights, you may catch a spectacular sunset over the Atlantic.
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Palma Cathedral
Aerial views of the massive Gothic cathedral and the Bay of Palma shortly after takeoff.
Valencia Coastline
The point where the flight crosses from the Mediterranean onto mainland Spain, often near the Albufera wetlands.
Spanish Meseta
The vast, high-altitude plateau of central Spain, showing unique agricultural patterns and red-earth landscapes.
Lower Douro Valley
The winding river and lush green hills of the Portuguese wine region as the plane descends.
Sit on the left for the best view of the Balearic coastline during departure. If flying in the morning, the sun will be behind you, providing clear, glare-free views of the Spanish interior. Look out for the city of Madrid far to the north mid-flight.
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Get eSIMs for PortugalDistance: 985 km (612 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 39 min
Departure: PMI (39.551700592, 2.73881006241)
Arrival: OPO (41.2481002808, -8.68138980865)
Route Type: International
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