The right side offers spectacular views of Funchal's hillside cityscape and the dramatic coastline as the aircraft performs its iconic curved approach toward the runway.
The right side is superior for this route as it offers sweeping views of the French Atlantic coastline, the rugged Galician coast, and the most dramatic perspectives of Madeira's lush cliffs and Funchal city during the descent.
The left side offers a superior panoramic experience of the High Alps, the jagged Pyrenees, and the dramatic Portuguese coastline before heading into the Atlantic.
While both sides offer views of the European mainland, the Right Side is the clear winner for the iconic approach into Madeira, providing a breathtaking panorama of Funchal and the island's steep volcanic cliffs during the final descent.
The right side provides a superior view of the Portuguese coastline during departure and the legendary cliffside approach into Madeira's unique airport.
The left side offers a superior experience, particularly during the final approach into Madeira, where you get a panoramic view of the island's dramatic volcanic coastline and the city of Funchal.
The right side is superior primarily for the approach into Funchal. As the aircraft descends and executes the famous visual turn towards Runway 05, passengers on the right are treated to panoramic views of the island's steep cliffs, the city of Funchal, and the impressive engineering of the runway pillars.
The left side provides a breathtaking view of Tenerife's Mount Teide rising above the clouds and the lush, steep southern coastline of Madeira upon arrival.
While the Left Side offers more views of the European continent, the Right Side is the clear winner for the spectacular arrival into Madeira, providing an iconic view of the island's volcanic cliffs and Funchal city during the standard approach.
While both sides offer views of the islands, the Right Side is superior for the world-famous approach into Madeira Airport, providing a dramatic perspective of the island's steep volcanic cliffs and the unique engineering of the extended runway.
The left side provides a superior vantage point for the iconic Portuguese coastline and the dramatic final approach into Funchal, often showcasing the island's unique airport architecture.
The right side is superior for the iconic approach into Madeira, offering breathtaking views of the rugged coastline, the city of Funchal, and the famous stilted runway architecture.
The left side is superior for this route, offering spectacular views of the Swiss Alps shortly after takeoff and the iconic, dramatic vista of Funchal and the Madeira coastline during the final approach.