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Best window seat at Flores

Which side of the plane?

Pick the window seat with the view. 13,500 routes answered — landmarks, coastlines and cities, wing by wing.

Taking offRIGHT

Corvo Island, Flores' northern coastline and cliffs near Ponta Delgada, Atlantic Ocean

LandingRIGHT

Central volcanic peaks and ridgelines of Flores, Rocha dos Bordões basalt columns, Lagoa Funda and Lagoa Comprida crater lakes

🛫 Taking Off from Flores (FLW)

Best sideRight
WhyDeparting north on runway 36, the aircraft climbs out over the northern tip of Flores toward open ocean. Passengers on the right (east) side get the best view of Corvo Island rising from the sea about 20km ahead, plus the rugged coastal cliffs near Ponta Delgada as the plane banks over water.
Look forCorvo Island, Flores' northern coastline and cliffs near Ponta Delgada, Atlantic Ocean, Santa Cruz das Flores coastal village

🛬 Landing at Flores (FLW)

Best sideRight
WhyLanding on runway 18 means you're flying south along the island's eastern coast, with Flores' dramatic volcanic interior — including the crater lakes and steep green ridges — visible off to the right. The left side mostly faces open Atlantic Ocean with little to see until touchdown.
Look forCentral volcanic peaks and ridgelines of Flores, Rocha dos Bordões basalt columns, Lagoa Funda and Lagoa Comprida crater lakes (visible in distance), Santa Cruz das Flores coastline

FLW is a small regional airport with a single short runway, serving as the main air link between Flores and the rest of the Azores archipelago. Facilities are basic, reflecting the island's low passenger volume and remote location.

⛰️ Elevation115 ft
🛫 Runways1 (18/36)

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🌿Azores1 route

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About This Airport

Which side of the plane has the best views at Flores (FLW)?

At Flores in Flores: for takeoff, sit on the Right side; for landing, sit on the Right side. Notable views include: Corvo Island, Flores' northern coastline and cliffs near Ponta Delgada, Atlantic Ocean, Santa Cruz das Flores coastal village.

What can I see during takeoff from Flores in Flores?

When taking off from Flores (FLW), sit on the Right side for the best views. Departing north on runway 36, the aircraft climbs out over the northern tip of Flores toward open ocean. Passengers on the right (east) side get the best view of Corvo Island rising from the sea about 20km ahead, plus the rugged coastal cliffs near Ponta Delgada as the plane banks over water. Notable sights include: Corvo Island, Flores' northern coastline and cliffs near Ponta Delgada, Atlantic Ocean, Santa Cruz das Flores coastal village.

What can I see when landing at Flores in Flores?

When landing at Flores (FLW), sit on the Right side for the best views. Landing on runway 18 means you're flying south along the island's eastern coast, with Flores' dramatic volcanic interior — including the crater lakes and steep green ridges — visible off to the right. The left side mostly faces open Atlantic Ocean with little to see until touchdown. Notable sights include: Central volcanic peaks and ridgelines of Flores, Rocha dos Bordões basalt columns, Lagoa Funda and Lagoa Comprida crater lakes (visible in distance), Santa Cruz das Flores coastline.

What factors affect the best window seat at Flores?

The best window seat at Flores (FLW) depends on several factors: the typical runway used for your departure or arrival, the geographic features around Flores (mountains, coastlines, city skylines), weather conditions, and time of day. Morning and evening flights often offer the best lighting for scenic views.