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ZRH → OPO
Which side of the plane to sit from Zürich Airport (Zurich) to Francisco de Sá Carneiro Airport (Porto)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior panoramic view of the High Alps during departure and a direct perspective of the Pyrenees mountain range during the mid-flight transition from France to Spain.
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Bernese Alps
Spectacular views of the Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau massifs shortly after departing Zurich.
Lake Geneva (South Shore)
Vistas of the French side of the lake with the silhouettes of the Haute-Savoie mountains.
Massif Central
Flight path over the rugged volcanic peaks and plateaus of south-central France.
The High Pyrenees
A dramatic crossing of the snow-capped border between France and Spain, showcasing the highest peaks.
Spanish Meseta
The high-altitude plains of Castile and León, featuring historic towns and deep river gorges.
Sit on the left for the most dramatic mountain scenery. Morning flights provide the best lighting for the Alps and Pyrenees without the glare of the afternoon sun. During the descent into Porto, this side often catches views of the Douro River winding toward the city.
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The distinct crescent-shaped mountain range forming the border between Switzerland and France.
Lake Geneva Cities
Excellent views of Lausanne and the northern shoreline of Switzerland's largest lake.
Bay of Biscay
The blue expanse of the Atlantic Ocean visible as the route skirts the western French coastline.
Picos de Europa
Stunning limestone peaks of northern Spain's Cantabrian Mountains visible as you approach Portugal.
Costa Verde Coastline
The lush, green Atlantic coast of northern Portugal as the aircraft begins its final approach into Porto.
The right side is ideal for afternoon or evening flights to catch the sunset over the Atlantic. If the aircraft approaches Porto from the north over the ocean, the right side provides a beautiful view of the Atlantic beaches and the Matosinhos area before landing.
Book Hotels in PortoDistance: 1,530 km (951 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 2 min
Departure: ZRH (47.464699, 8.54917)
Arrival: OPO (41.2481002808, -8.68138980865)
Route Type: International
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