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TXL → FAO
Which side of the plane to sit from Berlin-Tegel Airport (Berlin) to Faro Airport (Faro)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior vantage point for the dramatic Pyrenees crossing and provides an iconic view of the Ria Formosa lagoons during the final approach into Faro.
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Berlin Cityscape
Clear views of central Berlin and the Tiergarten park immediately after takeoff.
Thuringian Forest
Dense, rolling green hills of central Germany's primary forest range.
Eastern Pyrenees
The high-altitude, often snow-capped peaks forming the border between France and Spain.
Madrid Outskirts
Glimpses of the sprawling Spanish capital and the high Meseta plateau.
Guadalquivir Valley
The fertile agricultural plains of Andalusia in southern Spain.
Ria Formosa
Breathtaking turquoise lagoons, sandbars, and salt pans upon landing in the Algarve.
Book an 'A' seat for the best experience. On morning flights, this side remains shaded from the harshest sun once heading southwest. The highlight is the approach into Faro; keep your camera ready about 10 minutes before landing to capture the intricate patterns of the Ria Formosa coastal wetlands.
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Harz Mountains
Germany's northernmost mountain range featuring the prominent Brocken peak.
Loire Valley
The winding Loire river and the historic chateaux region of central France.
Bay of Biscay
Views of the Atlantic horizon along the coast of France and northern Spain.
Western Pyrenees
Rugged, green mountain slopes where the range descends toward the Atlantic Ocean.
Extremadura Landscapes
Arid, rocky, and wild terrain of western Spain near the Portuguese border.
Serra de Monchique
The forested mountain range that forms a backdrop to the Algarve coast.
Opt for 'F' seats to catch spectacular sunsets over the Atlantic if flying in the late afternoon. This side is also excellent for seeing the transition from the lush green of northern Spain to the arid landscapes of the south. Be aware of glare during afternoon flights as the sun will be on this side.
Book Hotels in FaroDistance: 2,391 km (1,486 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 11 min
Departure: TXL (52.5597, 13.2877)
Arrival: FAO (37.0144004822, -7.965909957889999)
Route Type: International
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