The right side strings together a longer sequence of scenic terrain: the Yorkshire Dales on departure, the Devon coastline and Bay of Biscay crossing, and the Portuguese Atlantic coast with Lisbon's Tagus estuary during cruise, outweighing the left side's brief but scenic Algarve coastal reveal on final approach.
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Flight Path
Leeds to Faro is 1,203 miles (1,935 km), a flight of about 2 hours 55 minutes.
The route crosses the Bay of Biscay, makes landfall over northern Portugal, and continues down the Portuguese coast past the Aveiro lagoon and Lisbon's Tagus estuary before turning toward the Algarve.
Great circle distance and headings ›Phase by phase
Takeoff from LBA
RIGHTLeaving Leeds Bradford on runway 32, the turn south brings the rolling, dry-stone-walled hills of the Yorkshire Dales and Pennine foothills into view on the right, while the left shows the flatter, less distinctive Vale of York.
Landing at FAO
LEFTArrivals into Faro's runway 28 turn in from the sea and fly the final approach westward, which puts the Ria Formosa lagoon, its sandy barrier islands, and Faro's old town on the left side of the aircraft.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Leeds Bradford (LBA) to Faro (FAO)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Leeds to Faro. The right side strings together a longer sequence of scenic terrain: the Yorkshire Dales on departure, the Devon coastline and Bay of Biscay crossing, and the Portuguese Atlantic coast with Lisbon's Tagus estuary during cruise, outweighing the left side's brief but scenic Algarve coastal reveal on final approach.
What can I see during takeoff from Leeds Bradford in Leeds?
During takeoff from Leeds Bradford (LBA), sit on the Right side for the best views. Leaving Leeds Bradford on runway 32, the turn south brings the rolling, dry-stone-walled hills of the Yorkshire Dales and Pennine foothills into view on the right, while the left shows the flatter, less distinctive Vale of York. Notable sights include: Yorkshire Dales foothills, Wharfe valley, Pennine hills, Leeds-Bradford urban fringe.
What can I see when landing at Faro in Faro?
When landing at Faro (FAO), sit on the Left side for the best views. Arrivals into Faro's runway 28 turn in from the sea and fly the final approach westward, which puts the Ria Formosa lagoon, its sandy barrier islands, and Faro's old town on the left side of the aircraft. Notable sights include: Ria Formosa lagoon, Algarve barrier islands, Faro old town, Atlantic coastline.
How long is the flight from Leeds to Faro?
The flight from Leeds Bradford (LBA) to Faro (FAO) takes about 2 hours 55 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 1,203 miles (1,935 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Leeds to Faro flight path pass over?
The route crosses the Bay of Biscay, makes landfall over northern Portugal, and continues down the Portuguese coast past the Aveiro lagoon and Lisbon's Tagus estuary before turning toward the Algarve.