While takeoff favors the right, the landing view is more dramatic and sustained. Left seats capture the approach to Ibiza over open water with the island's distinctive rocky coastline and pine forests becoming progressively clearer—a more rewarding visual payoff for the 1-hour flight.
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Flight Path
Lisbon to Ibiza is 565 miles (910 km), a flight of about 1 hour 50 minutes.
The flight crosses the Balearic Sea southwest of the Balearic Islands. At midpoint (around 30 minutes), the aircraft is over open Mediterranean water with no significant landmarks visible. The Spanish mainland coast remains 80+ miles to the north, below the horizon. Mallorca and Menorca lie to the north and east, outside the typical direct routing. The flight path is largely featureless water until Ibiza appears on the horizon 15–20 minutes before landing.
Great circle distance and headings ›Phase by phase
Takeoff from LIS
RIGHTLisbon typically departs runway 03 (northeast) or 21 (southwest). Right-side seats offer views of the Tagus River estuary and the city's western districts during initial climb. The river's distinctive wide mouth and bridge crossings are clearly visible from 3,000–8,000 feet.
Landing at IBZ
LEFTIbiza typically lands runway 07 (east) or 25 (west). Left-side seats during descent offer views of the Balearic Sea, the island's rocky northern coastline, and the approach over water. The island's pine-covered terrain and coastal cliffs become visible at 8,000–3,000 feet.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Lisboa (LIS) to Ibiza (IBZ)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Lisbon to Ibiza. While takeoff favors the right, the landing view is more dramatic and sustained. Left seats capture the approach to Ibiza over open water with the island's distinctive rocky coastline and pine forests becoming progressively clearer—a more rewarding visual payoff for the 1-hour flight.
What can I see during takeoff from Lisboa in Lisbon?
During takeoff from Lisboa (LIS), sit on the Right side for the best views. Lisbon typically departs runway 03 (northeast) or 21 (southwest). Right-side seats offer views of the Tagus River estuary and the city's western districts during initial climb. The river's distinctive wide mouth and bridge crossings are clearly visible from 3,000–8,000 feet. Notable sights include: Tagus River estuary, 25 de Abril Bridge, Cristo Rei monument across the river, Sintra hills on the distant northern horizon.
What can I see when landing at Ibiza in Ibiza?
When landing at Ibiza (IBZ), sit on the Left side for the best views. Ibiza typically lands runway 07 (east) or 25 (west). Left-side seats during descent offer views of the Balearic Sea, the island's rocky northern coastline, and the approach over water. The island's pine-covered terrain and coastal cliffs become visible at 8,000–3,000 feet. Notable sights include: Balearic Sea, Ibiza's rocky northern coast, pine-forested interior, small coastal settlements.
How long is the flight from Lisbon to Ibiza?
The flight from Lisboa (LIS) to Ibiza (IBZ) takes about 1 hour 50 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 565 miles (910 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Lisbon to Ibiza flight path pass over?
The flight crosses the Balearic Sea southwest of the Balearic Islands. At midpoint (around 30 minutes), the aircraft is over open Mediterranean water with no significant landmarks visible. The Spanish mainland coast remains 80+ miles to the north, below the horizon. Mallorca and Menorca lie to the north and east, outside the typical direct routing. The flight path is largely featureless water until Ibiza appears on the horizon 15–20 minutes before landing.