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SXB → OPO
Which side of the plane to sit from Strasbourg Airport (Strasbourg) to Francisco de Sá Carneiro Airport (Porto)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior mix of coastal scenery along the Bay of Biscay and the dramatic limestone peaks of northern Spain.
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Bordeaux & Gironde
View of the vast Gironde Estuary and the world-renowned vineyards of the Bordeaux region.
Bay of Biscay
Expansive views of the Atlantic Ocean meeting the rugged coastline of western France.
Picos de Europa
Stunning limestone massifs and deep gorges located within the Cantabrian Mountains of Spain.
Costa Verde
The lush, green coastline of northern Spain and Portugal during the final descent into Porto.
Sit behind the wing for an unobstructed view of the Picos de Europa. For evening flights, this side offers spectacular sunset views over the Atlantic. This side also provides the most scenic view of the coastline during the standard approach into OPO.
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Vosges Mountains
Dense forests and rounded peaks visible shortly after departure from Strasbourg.
Massif Central
The ancient volcanic terrain of central France with distinct crater formations.
Central Pyrenees
Jagged, snow-capped peaks forming the high-altitude border between France and Spain.
Douro Valley
Terraced vineyards and the winding Douro river as the flight enters Portuguese airspace.
Early morning flights provide the best lighting for the Pyrenees, but be aware that the sun will be on this side during southbound afternoon flights, potentially causing glare. Watch for the city of Porto's layout if the plane approaches from the north.
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Get eSIMs for PortugalDistance: 1,514 km (941 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 1 min
Departure: SXB (48.53829956054688, 7.628230094909668)
Arrival: OPO (41.2481002808, -8.68138980865)
Route Type: International
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