About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Lisboa (LIS) to Palma De Mallorca (PMI)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Lisbon to Palma De Mallorca. While takeoff favors the right for Lisbon's estuary views, the landing approach on the left provides more dramatic and sustained scenery—the Serra de Tramuntana is a distinctive visual landmark visible for much of the descent, and the contrast between mountains and sea is more striking than the relatively flat Portuguese departure.
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 Atlantic coastline as you climb out. If departing 03, you'll see the river's northern banks and Cascais; if 21, you get the southern Caparica beaches and the river mouth opening to the Atlantic. Notable sights include: Tagus River estuary, Cascais coastal town, Caparica beach strip, Atlantic Ocean horizon.
What can I see when landing at Palma De Mallorca in Palma De Mallorca?
When landing at Palma De Mallorca (PMI), sit on the Left side for the best views. Approaching Palma typically uses runway 06 (northeast) or 24 (southwest). Left-side seats on descent offer views of the Serra de Tramuntana mountains to the northwest and the Balearic Sea. You'll see the island's northern coastline and the dramatic limestone ridge that defines Mallorca's western profile. Notable sights include: Serra de Tramuntana mountain range, Balearic Sea, Palma Bay, northern Mallorca coastline.
How long is the flight from Lisbon to Palma De Mallorca?
The flight from Lisboa (LIS) to Palma De Mallorca (PMI) takes Approximately 1 hour 15 minutes.
What does the Lisbon to Palma De Mallorca flight path pass over?
The flight crosses the western Mediterranean at cruise altitude (around 25,000-30,000 feet). You'll pass over open sea with no major landmarks visible from altitude. The route generally tracks southeast from Lisbon toward Mallorca, crossing the Strait of Gibraltar region (though typically well north of it) and then over the Balearic Sea. At cruise, the curvature of the coastlines and the deep blue water dominate; no significant islands or terrain features are visible on this direct routing.