LHR to OPO Turbulence Forecast

Q: Is the London to Porto flight turbulent?

The LHR–OPO route typically experiences light-moderate turbulence.

Q: Which seat is smoothest on LHR to OPO?

Wing seats are smoothest. On a Airbus A320, that's rows 14-20. Avoid the rear of the aircraft.

Q: How long is the flight from LHR to OPO?

The LHR to OPO flight takes approximately 2h 32m.

Is the London to Porto flight turbulent? Live forecast & historical patterns.

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London · Porto · 2h 32m

5.3

Turb Score

2h 32m

Duration

872 nm

Distance

33,000 ft

Cruise Alt.

light-moderate

Typical

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Typical turbulence along the route

Historical average pattern for LHR–OPO

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About the LHR–OPO route

The London to Porto route is a short European hop covering just 1,004 miles — one of the smoothest types of flights available. At cruising altitude of around 33,000 feet, the aircraft rarely encounters significant turbulence. Rough weather in northern Europe during winter can occasionally cause bumps during climb or descent.

The route is served by TAP Air Portugal, Ryanair, easyJet on Airbus A320 · Boeing 737 aircraft, with flights typically cruising at 33,000 feet over a distance of 1,004 miles (872 nautical miles).

💡 Tip: Very short and smooth. Any turbulence is brief during climb/descent.

Turbulence levels on LHR–OPO

What to expect at each phase of the flight

SmoothDeparture & arrival — climb and descent phases are generally calm

LightMinor bumps — drink stays in your cup, walking feels slightly unsteady

ModerateNoticeable bumps — stay seated with seatbelt on, service may pause

HeavyStrong jolts — unsecured items move, crew seated. Rare but possible

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Best time to fly LHR–OPO

Turbulence by month

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Best seat on LHR–OPO

Airbus A320

Front

Rows 1–13

Light

✓ Wing

Rows 14-20

Smoothest

Rear

Rows 21+

Rougher

Wing seats are over the center of gravity — least affected by turbulence.

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Frequently asked questions

Is the London to Porto flight turbulent?

The LHR–OPO route typically experiences light-moderate turbulence. The turbulence score for this route is 5.3/100.

When is turbulence worst on LHR to OPO?

Very short and smooth. Any turbulence is brief during climb/descent. Check the turbulence chart above for the typical pattern along this specific route.

Which seat is smoothest on LHR to OPO?

Wing seats are always the smoothest. On a Airbus A320 (the most common aircraft on this route), that's rows 14-20. Avoid the very rear of the aircraft — it amplifies turbulence motion.

How long is the flight from LHR to OPO?

The LHR to OPO flight takes approximately 2h 32m, covering 1,004 miles (872 nautical miles).

Which airlines fly LHR to OPO?

The main airlines operating this route are TAP Air Portugal, Ryanair, easyJet, flying Airbus A320 · Boeing 737 aircraft.