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WAW → LIS
Which side of the plane to sit from Warsaw Chopin Airport (Warsaw) to Humberto Delgado Airport (Lisbon Portela Airport) (Lisbon)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior sequence of views, including the dramatic crossing of the Pyrenees mountains, the vast Spanish Meseta, and a scenic approach along the Tagus River into Lisbon.
Warsaw Skyline
Aerial view of the Palace of Culture and Science and the Vistula River immediately after takeoff from Chopin Airport.
The Pyrenees
Spectacular views of the jagged, snow-capped border between France and Spain, usually crossed mid-flight.
Spanish Meseta
The high altitude plateau of central Spain, characterized by its unique reddish soil and geometric agricultural patterns.
Alqueva Reservoir
One of the largest man-made lakes in Europe, located near the Spanish-Portuguese border.
Vasco da Gama Bridge
The longest bridge in the EU, spanning the Tagus estuary as you descend into Lisbon.
Sit on the left for morning flights to keep the sun behind you. This side is prime for capturing the Pyrenees; look out about 2.5 hours into the flight. On the standard approach to Runway 02 in Lisbon, the left side provides the best views of the Tagus River and the historic Alfama district.
German Heartland
Views of the rolling hills and dense forests of Hesse and Rhineland-Palatinate.
Bay of Biscay
The vast Atlantic horizon visible as the flight path skirts the western coast of France.
Cantabrian Mountains
Rugged limestone peaks of the Picos de Europa visible in the distance while flying over Northern Spain.
Portuguese Silver Coast
The wild Atlantic coastline and beaches near Peniche and Ericeira during the initial descent.
Cabo da Roca
The westernmost point of continental Europe, visible if the flight path tracks over the Atlantic before turning into the Tagus.
Choose the right side for evening flights to witness stunning Atlantic sunsets. During the final approach, if the wind requires landing on Runway 21, the right side offers a spectacular view of the 25 de Abril Bridge and the Cristo Rei statue. Keep an eye out for the rugged Atlantic surf along the Portuguese coast.
Distance: 2,749 km (1,708 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 40 min
Departure: WAW (52.1656990051, 20.9671001434)
Arrival: LIS (38.7813, -9.13592)
Route Type: International
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