During the common approach to Runway 03, the left side offers a stunning low-altitude panorama of Lisbon's historic city center, Alfama, and the Tagus River.
The left side provides the most diverse scenery, including the departure views of Liverpool's cityscape, the rugged mountains of North Wales and Northern Spain, and a spectacular view of the Tagus River upon arrival in Lisbon.
The left side is superior for this route as it offers views of the North African coastline, the crossing toward the Atlantic, and the most iconic views of Lisbon's historic center and bridges during the standard approach.
The right side provides the most iconic approach views of Lisbon, including the Tagus River and the city's historic districts, while also offering the best angle for the sunrise over the Atlantic during this eastbound overnight journey.
The right side is generally superior for this route because it offers views of the Venezuelan coastal range upon departure and the most iconic landmarks of Lisbon, including the Tagus River and the 25 de Abril Bridge, during the standard approach into LIS.
The left side is generally superior as it provides views of the Canadian coastline during departure and typically offers the most iconic views of the Tagus River and Lisbon's modern bridges during the arrival sequence.