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SNN → FAO
Which side of the plane to sit from Shannon Airport (Shannon) to Faro Airport (Faro)?
Right Side of the Plane
The Right Side is generally superior for this route because it offers the most dramatic views of the Atlantic coastline and the iconic Ria Formosa lagoons during the final descent into Faro.
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Bay of Biscay
A long stretch over the deep blue waters of the Atlantic with chances to spot cargo ships and tankers.
Rías Baixas
The stunning jagged coastline of Galicia, characterized by deep sea inlets and white sandy beaches.
Portuguese Coastline
Panoramic views of the rugged Atlantic cliffs and the Silver Coast as you track south towards the Algarve.
Ria Formosa Natural Park
The highlight of the flight: a spectacular final approach over the lagoons, salt pans, and sandbars of Faro.
The Right Side is crucial for the approach into Faro; most landings (Runway 28) offer a world-class view of the Ria Formosa wetlands. Evening flights are particularly beautiful as the sun sets over the Atlantic horizon.
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Munster Headlands
The rugged cliffs and green pastoral landscapes of Southern Ireland disappear as you head south over the ocean.
Cantabrian Range
Distant views of the snow-capped Picos de Europa peaks as the flight enters Spanish airspace.
Spanish Meseta
A birds-eye view of the vast, high-altitude agricultural plains of central Spain and the Alentejo region.
Iberian Landmarks
Potential views of historic Spanish towns and fortified structures dotting the landscape near the Portuguese border.
This side is best for morning flights to avoid the harsh glare of the sun. It provides a better perspective of the inland geography and the transition from the green of Ireland to the golden tones of the Iberian Peninsula.
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Get eSIMs for PortugalDistance: 1,746 km (1,085 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 20 min
Departure: SNN (52.702, -8.92482)
Arrival: FAO (37.0144004822, -7.965909957889999)
Route Type: International
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