Right side scores higher (3.5 vs 2.5) due to superior landing scenery. While both sides offer modest takeoff views, the right side's approach into Lisbon over the Tagus estuary, historic city center, and iconic bridge provides significantly more visual interest and landmark density than the left side's inland plateau views. The full flight experience favors the right side by approximately one point.
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Flight Path
Porto Alegre to Lisbon is 5,468 miles (8,800 km), a flight of about 9 hours 15 minutes.
North Atlantic Ocean (5+ hours of open water with minimal visual interest), Azores archipelago (if visible at cruise altitude, though typically below horizon), Iberian Peninsula western coast approaching Portugal (Spanish and Portuguese coastline, Douro River valley in northern Portugal)
Great circle distance and headings ›Phase by phase
Takeoff from POA
RIGHTRight side captures Porto Alegre's urban waterfront and the Guaíba River estuary during departure. Depending on runway direction, northbound climbs (runway 11) offer views of the city and surrounding lowlands; southbound departures (runway 29) show the river delta and coastal plains. Left side faces inland toward flat agricultural terrain with minimal visual interest.
Landing at LIS
RIGHTRight side benefits from Lisbon's typical northerly wind pattern (Nortada), which favors runway 20 arrivals approaching from the north over the city. Descending passengers see the Tagus River estuary, Lisbon's historic districts, and the Atlantic coastline. Left side faces inland toward the Iberian plateau with less dramatic scenery during approach.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Salgado Filho (POA) to Lisboa (LIS)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Porto Alegre to Lisbon. Right side scores higher (3.5 vs 2.5) due to superior landing scenery. While both sides offer modest takeoff views, the right side's approach into Lisbon over the Tagus estuary, historic city center, and iconic bridge provides significantly more visual interest and landmark density than the left side's inland plateau views. The full flight experience favors the right side by approximately one point.
What can I see during takeoff from Salgado Filho in Porto Alegre?
During takeoff from Salgado Filho (POA), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right side captures Porto Alegre's urban waterfront and the Guaíba River estuary during departure. Depending on runway direction, northbound climbs (runway 11) offer views of the city and surrounding lowlands; southbound departures (runway 29) show the river delta and coastal plains. Left side faces inland toward flat agricultural terrain with minimal visual interest. Notable sights include: Guaíba River estuary, Porto Alegre city center, Lagoa dos Patos (if visible during climb), Atlantic coastal plains.
What can I see when landing at Lisboa in Lisbon?
When landing at Lisboa (LIS), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right side benefits from Lisbon's typical northerly wind pattern (Nortada), which favors runway 20 arrivals approaching from the north over the city. Descending passengers see the Tagus River estuary, Lisbon's historic districts, and the Atlantic coastline. Left side faces inland toward the Iberian plateau with less dramatic scenery during approach. Notable sights include: Tagus River estuary, Lisbon city center and historic Alfama district, Ponte 25 de Abril suspension bridge, Atlantic coastline and Cascais headlands.
How long is the flight from Porto Alegre to Lisbon?
The flight from Salgado Filho (POA) to Lisboa (LIS) takes about 9 hours 15 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 5,468 miles (8,800 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Porto Alegre to Lisbon flight path pass over?
North Atlantic Ocean (5+ hours of open water with minimal visual interest), Azores archipelago (if visible at cruise altitude, though typically below horizon), Iberian Peninsula western coast approaching Portugal (Spanish and Portuguese coastline, Douro River valley in northern Portugal)