Funchal to London flight path: FNC to LHR

Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Funchal to London. While takeoff offers dramatic volcanic scenery on the right, the landing approach into Heathrow on the left provides more extensive and varied viewing opportunities across the Thames estuary and London's urban landscape. The left side captures more of the flight's geographic significance.

During takeoff from Cristiano Ronaldo International Airport (FNC), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right-side seats offer views of Madeira's dramatic volcanic terrain and the island's rugged northern coastline as the aircraft climbs northwestward from Funchal. The steep cliffs and deep ravines of the island's interior are particularly striking during the initial climb. Notable sights include: Pico do Arieiro (1,818 m) and Pico Ruivo (1,861 m) volcanic peaks, Madeira's northern sea cliffs, Atlantic Ocean extending northward.

When landing at Heathrow (LHR), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left-side seats provide excellent views during the descent into London Heathrow, particularly of the Thames estuary, Greater London's urban sprawl, and the distinctive pattern of London's major roads and the M25 orbital motorway. The approach path from the west gives left-side passengers clear sightlines to these features. Notable sights include: Thames estuary and river bends, Greater London urban area with visible street grid, M25 orbital motorway, Windsor Castle area and surrounding Thames valley.

The flight from Cristiano Ronaldo International Airport (FNC) to Heathrow (LHR) takes about 3 hours 35 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 1,536 miles (2,472 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.

Bay of Biscay (open Atlantic waters with no visible landmarks), Celtic Sea approaching the southwest coast of England, Cornish coastline and Devon cliffs visible during descent phase, English Channel approaches