While the left side offers a pleasant coastal departure, the right side's approach into Lisbon over the Tagus estuary, bridge, and Atlantic coastline is the most visually striking and identifiable part of the entire route, giving it the edge overall.
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Flight Path
Rome to Lisbon is 1,143 miles (1,840 km), a flight of about 3 hours 15 minutes.
Tyrrhenian Sea, Strait of Bonifacio between Corsica and Sardinia, Balearic Sea near the Balearic Islands, the Spanish Meseta plateau, and the Tagus River valley approaching Lisbon
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from FCO
LEFTDeparting FCO to the west, the initial climb crosses the Tyrrhenian coastline near Fiumicino, giving a good look at the Roman coast, the Pontine Islands area, and the Circeo headland to the south. The right side mainly shows the flatter inland Roman countryside.
Landing at LIS
RIGHTArrivals into LIS runway 20 typically approach from the north over Lisbon, and on the final turn the Atlantic side reveals the Tagus estuary, the 25 de Abril Bridge, and the Belem waterfront before touchdown. The left side mostly shows the flatter Alentejo countryside inland.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Fiumicino (FCO) to Lisboa (LIS)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Rome to Lisbon. While the left side offers a pleasant coastal departure, the right side's approach into Lisbon over the Tagus estuary, bridge, and Atlantic coastline is the most visually striking and identifiable part of the entire route, giving it the edge overall.
What can I see during takeoff from Fiumicino in Rome?
During takeoff from Fiumicino (FCO), sit on the Left side for the best views. Departing FCO to the west, the initial climb crosses the Tyrrhenian coastline near Fiumicino, giving a good look at the Roman coast, the Pontine Islands area, and the Circeo headland to the south. The right side mainly shows the flatter inland Roman countryside. Notable sights include: Tyrrhenian coastline, Fiumicino river mouth, Circeo promontory, Pontine Islands (distant).
What can I see when landing at Lisboa in Lisbon?
When landing at Lisboa (LIS), sit on the Right side for the best views. Arrivals into LIS runway 20 typically approach from the north over Lisbon, and on the final turn the Atlantic side reveals the Tagus estuary, the 25 de Abril Bridge, and the Belem waterfront before touchdown. The left side mostly shows the flatter Alentejo countryside inland. Notable sights include: Tagus River estuary, 25 de Abril Bridge, Cristo Rei statue, Belem waterfront.
How long is the flight from Rome to Lisbon?
The flight from Fiumicino (FCO) to Lisboa (LIS) takes about 3 hours 15 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 1,143 miles (1,840 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Rome to Lisbon flight path pass over?
Tyrrhenian Sea, Strait of Bonifacio between Corsica and Sardinia, Balearic Sea near the Balearic Islands, the Spanish Meseta plateau, and the Tagus River valley approaching Lisbon