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AHO → BVA
Which side of the plane to sit from Alghero-Fertilia Airport (Alghero) to Paris Beauvais Tillé Airport (Beauvais)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a spectacular vantage point for the rugged western coastline of Corsica and the distant, snow-capped French Alps as you transition from the Mediterranean to mainland Europe.
Alghero Old Town
A perfect view of the historic Catalan-influenced city walls and harbor if taking off towards the North.
Scandola Nature Reserve
Breathtaking UNESCO-listed red volcanic cliffs and turquoise waters along the western coast of Corsica.
The French Alps
On clear days, the jagged, white-peaked horizon of the Alps is visible to the east as you cross into mainland France.
Lyon Metropole
The confluence of the Saône and Rhône rivers marks the transition into the heart of eastern France.
Paris Skyline
Depending on the flight path into BVA, you may catch a distant view of the Eiffel Tower and La Défense to the south.
The right side is the premier choice for morning flights, as the sun illuminates the Corsican mountains and the Alps to the east. Keep your camera ready about 20 minutes after takeoff for the most dramatic coastal views of Corsica.
Capo Caccia
Dramatic limestone cliffs and the Grotta di Nettuno area visible immediately after takeoff from Alghero.
Isola Asinara
The untouched natural beauty of the former prison island and national park off the northern tip of Sardinia.
Gulf of Lion
The sweeping curve of the French Mediterranean coast, featuring the port city of Marseille and the Calanques.
Rhône Valley
The fertile river valley known for world-class vineyards stretching north towards the center of France.
Loire Valley Estates
The transition into northern France reveals patchwork fields and the occasional historic chateau in the distance.
Choose the left side for afternoon flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. It provides an excellent angle for the Sardinian coastline during the initial climb. During the descent towards Beauvais, look for the sprawling forests of the Oise region.
Distance: 1,094 km (680 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 28 min
Departure: AHO (40.632099, 8.29077)
Arrival: BVA (49.45439910888672, 2.1127800941467285)
Route Type: International
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