SOU → FAO

The Needles

The iconic white chalk stacks at the western tip of the Isle of Wight are often visible immediately after departure from SOU.

Brittany Coastline

The rugged, indented granite shores of western Brittany and the island of Ushant as the plane traverses the Bay of Biscay.

Lisbon & Cascais

Depending on the specific airway, you may see the mouth of the Tagus River and the sparkling coastline of the Portuguese Riviera.

Algarve Cliffs

Stunning views of the limestone cliffs, hidden coves, and turquoise waters near Lagos and Portimão during the western approach to Faro.

Atlantic Horizon

Uninterrupted views of the vast Atlantic Ocean, offering spectacular sunsets on late afternoon or evening flights south.

Isle of Wight

Aerial view of the island's eastern coastline and the busy shipping lanes of the Solent shortly after takeoff.

Normandy Peninsula

Clear views of the Cotentin Peninsula and the historic D-Day landing beaches as the flight crosses into French airspace.

Picos de Europa

The jagged, snow-capped peaks of Northern Spain are visible in the distance when crossing the Cantabrian coast.

Ria Formosa

A stunning bird's-eye view of the labyrinthine lagoons, sandbanks, and salt pans of the Ria Formosa Natural Park just before touchdown.

Alentejo Plains

The rolling golden hills and cork oak forests of southern Portugal's interior landscape during the mid-descent phase.