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RTM → FAO
Which side of the plane to sit from Rotterdam The Hague Airport (Rotterdam) to Faro Airport (Faro)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior coastal views, featuring the Dutch delta, the rugged Bay of Biscay shoreline, and the stunning Atlantic cliffs of Portugal.
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Zeeland Delta
The impressive Dutch flood defense systems, dams, and bridges connecting the southwestern islands.
Normandy Coastline
Distant views of the iconic white cliffs and beaches of the French northern coast.
Picos de Europa
The jagged, snow-capped limestone peaks of the Cantabrian Mountains in Northern Spain.
Atlantic Horizon
Uninterrupted views of the deep blue Atlantic Ocean and the rugged western edge of the Iberian Peninsula.
Algarve Cliffs
Golden limestone cliffs and hidden coves visible during the descent into the Faro district.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights to witness the sunset over the Atlantic. It offers better views of the Northern Spanish mountains (Picos de Europa). If the flight path follows the coastline, you will see the dramatic transition from the green north to the arid south of Portugal.
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Rotterdam Cityscape
Aerial perspective of the Erasmus Bridge and the massive port infrastructure immediately after takeoff.
Loire Valley
Glance down at the winding rivers and historic chateaus of the French countryside.
Spanish Meseta
The high-altitude, sun-drenched plains of central Spain transitioning into the southern mountains.
Alentejo Plains
Rolling hills of southern Portugal characterized by cork oak forests and geometric olive groves.
Ria Formosa
The intricate network of barrier islands and turquoise lagoons as the plane aligns for Faro's runway.
Sit here for morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the southern-heading sun. The final approach provides an incredible view of the Ria Formosa natural park, so have your camera ready during the last 10 minutes of the flight.
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Get eSIMs for PortugalDistance: 1,925 km (1,196 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 34 min
Departure: RTM (51.956902, 4.43722)
Arrival: FAO (37.0144004822, -7.965909957889999)
Route Type: International
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