FNCLBGFunchal to Paris

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Flight time5h 45m
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The outbound climb from Funchal offers more dramatic and visually distinctive scenery—Madeira's volcanic terrain and coastal cliffs are far more striking than the suburban approach into Paris. Left seats capture the most memorable portion of this flight.

Takeoff · FNCLeftMadeira's central volcanic peaks, northern coastal cliffs near São Jorge
Landing · LBGRightThe Seine River with its characteristic meanders through Paris, the urban sprawl of northern Paris suburbs

Flight Path

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The flight path crosses the Bay of Biscay (relatively featureless open ocean), then approaches the Iberian Peninsula's western coast near Portugal before turning northeast toward France. The Loire Valley and its river system become visible during the descent phase into northern France, though at cruise altitude the midpoint is primarily open Atlantic with occasional cloud formations.

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About This Route

Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Cristiano Ronaldo International Airport (FNC) to Le Bourget (LBG)?

Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Funchal to Paris. The outbound climb from Funchal offers more dramatic and visually distinctive scenery—Madeira's volcanic terrain and coastal cliffs are far more striking than the suburban approach into Paris. Left seats capture the most memorable portion of this flight.

What can I see during takeoff from Cristiano Ronaldo International Airport in Funchal?

During takeoff from Cristiano Ronaldo International Airport (FNC), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left seats offer immediate views of Madeira's dramatic volcanic terrain and the island's northern coastline as the aircraft climbs northwestward from Funchal. The steep cliffs and deep ravines carved into the island's interior are most visible from this side during the initial climb. Notable sights include: Madeira's central volcanic peaks (Pico Ruivo area), northern coastal cliffs near São Jorge, the Atlantic Ocean extending northward, Funchal Bay receding below.

What can I see when landing at Le Bourget in Paris?

When landing at Le Bourget (LBG), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right seats provide the best views during the descent into Le Bourget as the aircraft approaches from the southwest. You'll see the Seine River's distinctive loops through the Paris metropolitan area and the sprawl of northern Paris suburbs before final approach. Notable sights include: The Seine River with its characteristic meanders through Paris, the urban sprawl of northern Paris suburbs (Seine-Saint-Denis), Montmartre and central Paris districts visible to the left of the flight path, Le Bourget airfield itself on the approach.

How long is the flight from Funchal to Paris?

The flight from Cristiano Ronaldo International Airport (FNC) to Le Bourget (LBG) takes 5h 45m.

What does the Funchal to Paris flight path pass over?

The flight path crosses the Bay of Biscay (relatively featureless open ocean), then approaches the Iberian Peninsula's western coast near Portugal before turning northeast toward France. The Loire Valley and its river system become visible during the descent phase into northern France, though at cruise altitude the midpoint is primarily open Atlantic with occasional cloud formations.