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Best window seat landing at Flores

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Central volcanic peaks and ridgelines of Flores, Rocha dos Bordões basalt columns, Lagoa Funda and Lagoa Comprida crater lakes

🛬 Landing at Flores (FLW)

Best sideRight
WhyLanding on runway 18 means you're flying south along the island's eastern coast, with Flores' dramatic volcanic interior — including the crater lakes and steep green ridges — visible off to the right. The left side mostly faces open Atlantic Ocean with little to see until touchdown.
Look forCentral volcanic peaks and ridgelines of Flores, Rocha dos Bordões basalt columns, Lagoa Funda and Lagoa Comprida crater lakes (visible in distance), Santa Cruz das Flores coastline

FLW is a small regional airport with a single short runway, serving as the main air link between Flores and the rest of the Azores archipelago. Facilities are basic, reflecting the island's low passenger volume and remote location.

⛰️ Elevation115 ft
🛫 Runways1 (18/36)

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About This Airport

Which side of the plane has the best views landing at Flores (FLW)?

When landing at Flores (FLW), sit on the Right side for the best views. Landing on runway 18 means you're flying south along the island's eastern coast, with Flores' dramatic volcanic interior — including the crater lakes and steep green ridges — visible off to the right. The left side mostly faces open Atlantic Ocean with little to see until touchdown. Notable sights include: Central volcanic peaks and ridgelines of Flores, Rocha dos Bordões basalt columns, Lagoa Funda and Lagoa Comprida crater lakes (visible in distance), Santa Cruz das Flores coastline.

What can I see when arriving at Flores?

Arriving at Flores in Flores, passengers on the Right side enjoy views of Central volcanic peaks and ridgelines of Flores, Rocha dos Bordões basalt columns, Lagoa Funda and Lagoa Comprida crater lakes (visible in distance), Santa Cruz das Flores coastline. Landing on runway 18 means you're flying south along the island's eastern coast, with Flores' dramatic volcanic interior — including the crater lakes and steep green ridges — visible off to the right. The left side mostly faces open Atlantic Ocean with little to see until touchdown.

What factors affect the best window seat landing at Flores?

The best window seat landing at Flores (FLW) depends on several factors: the approach path and runway in use, geographic features around Flores (mountains, coastlines, city skylines), weather conditions, and time of day. Morning and evening arrivals often offer the best lighting.