Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Lisbon to Ottawa. The departure view of Lisbon's estuary and Atlantic coast is more visually distinctive than Ottawa's landing approach. The Tagus River and coastal geography provide stronger visual interest than Ottawa's river and forest landscape.

During takeoff from Lisboa (LIS), sit on the Left side for the best views. Lisbon typically departs runway 03 (northeast) or 21 (southwest). Left seats offer views of the Tagus River estuary and the city's western districts during initial climb. Right seats face inland terrain with less visual interest. Notable sights include: Tagus River estuary, Lisbon city center and Baixa district, Cristo Rei monument across the river in Almada, Atlantic coastline to the west.

When landing at Ottawa Macdonald Cartier International (YOW), sit on the Right side for the best views. Ottawa typically lands runway 25 (westbound) or 07 (eastbound). Right seats during approach offer views of the Rideau River, downtown Ottawa, and Parliament Hill. Left seats face suburban areas with minimal landmarks. Notable sights include: Rideau River and canal system, Parliament Hill and downtown core, Gatineau across the river in Quebec, Canadian Shield forests to the north.

The flight from Lisboa (LIS) to Ottawa Macdonald Cartier International (YOW) takes Approximately 7 hours 15 minutes.

The flight path crosses the Atlantic Ocean with no significant landmarks visible for roughly 4-5 hours. The Azores archipelago lies south of the typical great-circle route and is rarely visible. Approaching North America, Newfoundland and Labrador's coastline becomes visible approximately 1.5 hours before landing, with the Canadian Shield's boreal forest dominating the landscape as you approach Ottawa from the east.