At Ponta Delgada in Ponta Delgada: for takeoff, sit on the Left side; for landing, sit on the Left side. Notable views include: Furnas caldera, Povoação settlement on the southeastern coast, volcanic ridgelines of eastern São Miguel, Atlantic Ocean horizon.

When taking off from Ponta Delgada (PDL), sit on the Left side for the best views. Ponta Delgada typically departs runway 01 (northbound), which means the aircraft climbs north over the Atlantic. The left side offers views of São Miguel island's eastern coastline, including the dramatic volcanic terrain and calderas that define the eastern portion of the island. The right side faces open ocean with minimal geographic interest during the initial climb. Notable sights include: Furnas caldera, Povoação settlement on the southeastern coast, volcanic ridgelines of eastern São Miguel, Atlantic Ocean horizon.

When landing at Ponta Delgada (PDL), sit on the Left side for the best views. Ponta Delgada's primary runway (Runway 03/21) typically uses the 03 approach from the northeast. Left-side seats offer views of São Miguel's volcanic interior and the coastal cliffs along the northern shore during final approach. Right-side seats face the open Atlantic with minimal geographic interest. Notable sights include: Pico da Cruz volcanic peak (interior), northern coastal cliffs of São Miguel, Lagoa de Santiago crater lake (visible on clearer days), Atlantic horizon.

The best window seat at Ponta Delgada (PDL) depends on several factors: the typical runway used for your departure or arrival, the geographic features around Ponta Delgada (mountains, coastlines, city skylines), weather conditions, and time of day. Morning and evening flights often offer the best lighting for scenic views.