If you have ever flown into the country you will have a caught a glimpse of the Algarve's picturesque coastline. When viewed from above it is truly spectacular with turquoise and blue waters, long golden beaches and dramatic rock formations, cliffs, islands and inlets.
We have both 3 and 5 seater planes available for scenic flights in the Algarve enjoying the very best views not only over the coast but also the beauties of the countryside. You can also charter the plane for flying lessons or hour building.
There are standard flight routes over the beauties of the Algarve starting from €195 for a 30 minute flight for up to 3 people but we can also tailor a flight to your requirements.
Sightseeing Flights in the Algarve for up to 3 people.
The flights for up to 3 people (plus pilot) are usually in a Cessna 173 light aircraft. Here are examples of the flights we offer you can also charter the plane for a route of your own choosing (where feasible). All prices quoted are per plane not per person.
Route of the Moors (30 mins) This scenic flight includes a fly over the historic city of Silves with its medieval castle and the very picturesque rocky coastline around Carvoeiro and Portimao. The route is Silves - Praia da Marinha - Cabo de Carvoeiro - Praia da Rocha €195 for a maximum of 3 people.
Route of the Infante (45 mins) This flight takes you over the pretty, seaside town of Lagos to the wind and wave whipped westernmost point of the Algarve. After enjoying the dramatic coastal scenery you head up and inland for the more tranquil surroundings of Odiaxere Dam. This flight passes: Alvor - Lagos - Sagres (sun dial) - Odiaxere Dam €265 for a maximum of 3 people.
Route of the Barlavento (60 mins) This flight is designed to give you an overview of the western Algarve and shows you the contrasting nature of the region from the manicured golf courses and marina of Vilamoura to medieval Silves then you'll fly up and over the wooded hills and whitewashed hamlets of Monchique before heading back down to the coast and the drama of Sagres and picture-postcard Lagos. This scenic flight covers Vilamoura - Silves - Monchique - Sagres - Lagos €297, maximum 3 people.
Route of the Sotavento (1hr15mins) This flight heads eastwards for a closer look at the eye catching Ria Formosa wetlands and the Ilha do Faro before turning back along the coast to take in 3 of the region's most picturesque towns: Loule, Silves and Carvoeiro. The flight passes: Island of Faro - Carvoeiro - Loule - Silves €371, maximum 3 people.
Route of the Costa Vicentina (1hr30mins) This flight focuses on the beauties of the west coast the Costa Vicentina, much of this coast is protected and there are fantastic, long beaches and pretty whitewashed fishing villages. On the return journey you will also have chance to fly over unspoilt countryside and the hills of Monchique as well as the new autodrome. This flight takes you over Lagos - Sagres - Aljezur - Sines - Monchique - Autodrome €445, maximum 3 people.
Scenic Flights in the Algarve for up to 5 people
The flights for up to 5 people (plus pilot) are in a Cessna C120 light aircraft. Please contact us to confirm rates.
Sagres Route (45 mins) As well as great views this flight gives you an insight into the different elements that have contributed to the Algarve we know today. Armacao de Pera and Lagos represent the seaside resorts for which it is now famous while Sagres and Silves are towns with significant history that once helped shape Portugal's identity and place in the world. In contrast to the bustle of the coast there is tranquil countryside near the Odiáxere dam and surrounding the autodrome one of the region's most recent attractions. The route is from Armação de Pêra - Silves - Lagos - Autodrome - Odiáxere Dam - Sagres - Lagos.
Algarve Route (60 mins) This route covers almost the entire length of the Algarve both over the coast and countryside so you get a real feeling for the region's diverse landscapes both natural and manmade. This flight takes you over Ferragudo - Carvoeiro - Albufeira - Vilamoura - Tavira - Monte Gordo - Loule - Silves - Autodrome- Odiaxere Dam.
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