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STN → OPO
Which side of the plane to sit from London Stansted Airport (London) to Francisco de Sá Carneiro Airport (Porto)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior views of the English coastline upon departure, the rugged French Atlantic coast, and a stunning approach over the Atlantic Ocean into Porto's coastal districts.
London Outskirts
Views of the sprawling Greater London area and the M11 corridor during the initial climb.
Islands of Brittany
The rocky archipelagos and turquoise waters along the western tip of France.
Bay of Biscay Traverse
A long stretch of deep blue Atlantic waters where you can often spot large cargo ships.
Costa Verde
The dramatic meeting of the Atlantic Ocean and the green cliffs of Northern Spain and Portugal.
Foz do Douro
Exceptional views of the Douro River mouth and Porto's beaches during the final approach phase.
The right side is ideal for late afternoon flights to avoid the direct sun glare from the south. Request a window seat ahead of the wing for unobstructed views of the Matosinhos coastline and the Port of Leixões during landing.
East Anglian Countryside
Rolling green fields and historic estates north of London immediately after takeoff from Stansted.
The English Channel
Aerial views of the busy shipping lanes and the transition from the UK to the French mainland.
Mont Saint-Michel
Depending on the specific airway, the iconic island abbey in Normandy can often be spotted in the distance.
Northern Portuguese Highlands
The lush, mountainous terrain of the Minho region as the plane begins its descent.
Choose this side for morning flights to enjoy the sunrise reflecting off the Bay of Biscay. It provides a better view of the inland Douro Valley landscapes if the flight path takes a more easterly approach into OPO.
Distance: 1,363 km (847 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 49 min
Departure: STN (51.8849983215, 0.234999999404)
Arrival: OPO (41.2481002808, -8.68138980865)
Route Type: International
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