While the takeoff from Porto offers coastal scenery, the landing approach into London City provides more dramatic and iconic urban landmarks (Thames meanders, Canary Wharf, Isle of Dogs) that are visually distinctive and memorable. Right seats capture the best of the descent sequence.
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Flight Path
Porto to London is 821 miles (1,321 km), a flight of about 2 hours 15 minutes.
English Channel crossing with the Cornish and Devon coastlines visible to the north; the Channel itself appears as a distinct water body separating the Iberian Peninsula's departure region from the British Isles; the Welsh coast and Bristol Channel may be visible depending on exact routing; the Cotswolds and Thames Valley appear during the final descent phase into London.
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from OPO
LEFTLeft seats offer views of the Douro River estuary and Atlantic coastline as the aircraft climbs northwestward from Porto. You'll see the river's distinctive meanders and the coastal city sprawl before heading out over open water.
Landing at LCY
RIGHTRight seats provide excellent views during the descent into London City Airport. You'll see the Thames meanders, Canary Wharf's distinctive towers, and the Isle of Dogs as the aircraft descends steeply into the final approach corridor over East London.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Porto (OPO) to City (LCY)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Porto to London. While the takeoff from Porto offers coastal scenery, the landing approach into London City provides more dramatic and iconic urban landmarks (Thames meanders, Canary Wharf, Isle of Dogs) that are visually distinctive and memorable. Right seats capture the best of the descent sequence.
What can I see during takeoff from Porto in Porto?
During takeoff from Porto (OPO), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left seats offer views of the Douro River estuary and Atlantic coastline as the aircraft climbs northwestward from Porto. You'll see the river's distinctive meanders and the coastal city sprawl before heading out over open water. Notable sights include: Douro River estuary, Atlantic coastline north of Porto, Vila do Conde coastal town, Serra da Arrabida hills to the south (distant).
What can I see when landing at City in London?
When landing at City (LCY), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right seats provide excellent views during the descent into London City Airport. You'll see the Thames meanders, Canary Wharf's distinctive towers, and the Isle of Dogs as the aircraft descends steeply into the final approach corridor over East London. Notable sights include: River Thames with its characteristic loops, Canary Wharf financial district, Isle of Dogs peninsula, Greenwich Peninsula and Millennium Dome.
How long is the flight from Porto to London?
The flight from Porto (OPO) to City (LCY) takes about 2 hours 15 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 821 miles (1,321 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Porto to London flight path pass over?
English Channel crossing with the Cornish and Devon coastlines visible to the north; the Channel itself appears as a distinct water body separating the Iberian Peninsula's departure region from the British Isles; the Welsh coast and Bristol Channel may be visible depending on exact routing; the Cotswolds and Thames Valley appear during the final descent phase into London.