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TER → SJZ
Which side of the plane to sit from Lajes Airport (Lajes (terceira Island)) to São Jorge Airport (Sao Jorge Island)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers the most dramatic views of the neighboring islands, specifically the towering Pico volcano and the steep, jagged coastline of São Jorge upon arrival.
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Serra do Cume
The 'patchwork' landscape of Terceira's interior, featuring vibrant green fields divided by volcanic stone walls.
Mount Pico
On clear days, Portugal's highest peak (2,351m) dominates the western horizon across the Atlantic channel.
São Jorge Profile
View the dramatic, narrow profile of São Jorge Island, stretching out like a green spine in the ocean.
Fajãs of São Jorge
The iconic flat coastal plains at the base of steep cliffs, unique to the island's geological formation.
The right side is the 'money seat' for viewing the Pico volcano. For the best photography of the island's famous 'fajãs' and the dramatic vertical cliffs, choose a window seat forward of the wing to avoid engine heat haze. Afternoon flights provide the best lighting on the Pico peak.
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Angra do Heroísmo
The UNESCO World Heritage capital of Terceira is visible along the southern coast shortly after departure.
Monte Brasil
A lush, extinct volcanic cone connected to the shore of Terceira, providing a perfect aerial perspective of its crater.
Ilhéus das Cabras
Two prominent volcanic islets located just off the coast of Terceira, easily spotted early in the flight.
Velas Coastline
The southern cliffs and the main town of Velas become visible as the plane aligns for its final descent into SJZ.
Sit on the left for the best views of Terceira's southern architectural heritage. Morning flights are ideal as the sun will be behind you, illuminating the colorful houses of Angra and the green slopes of Monte Brasil without glare.
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Get eSIMs for PortugalDistance: 95 km (59 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 10 min
Departure: TER (38.761799, -27.090799)
Arrival: SJZ (38.66550064086914, -28.175800323486328)
Route Type: Domestic
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