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AJA → OLB
Which side of the plane to sit from Ajaccio-Napoléon Bonaparte Airport (Ajaccio) to Olbia Costa Smeralda Airport (Olbia)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a front-row seat to the most dramatic portion of the flight: the transition from the white limestone cliffs of Bonifacio to the crystalline waters of the Maddalena Archipelago.
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Bonifacio Citadel
The incredible sight of a medieval town perched precariously on vertical white limestone cliffs.
Lavezzi Islands
A cluster of granite boulders and hidden lagoons situated in the heart of the Strait of Bonifacio.
Maddalena Archipelago
A stunning view of Spargi, Budelli, and Santa Maria islands, known for their world-class clear waters.
Gallura Coastline
The wind-sculpted granite landscapes and hidden Mediterranean macchia of northern Sardinia.
Gulf of Cugnana
The shimmering waters near Porto Rotondo as the aircraft aligns for its final approach into Olbia.
The flight is exceptionally short—often under 30 minutes in the air—so be ready immediately after takeoff. The right side is optimal for morning flights as the sun will be behind the aircraft, illuminating the white cliffs of Bonifacio and the turquoise reefs of the Maddalena islands perfectly for photography.
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Aiguilles de Bavella
Distant views of the jagged granite peaks that define the rugged interior of southern Corsica.
Gulf of Porto-Vecchio
Beautiful aerial perspective of the deep-water bay and the famous Palombaggia beach area.
Tavolara Island
A striking, massive limestone monolith rising 565 meters directly out of the sea near the approach to Olbia.
Tyrrhenian Blue
Deep sapphire waters of the open sea contrasting with the vibrant turquoise of the Sardinian shallows.
Sit on the left for afternoon flights to enjoy the 'Golden Hour' lighting on the Sardinian granite. Pay close attention during the final descent, as Tavolara Island is one of the most unique geographic landmarks in the Mediterranean and is best seen from this side.
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Get eSIMs for ItalyDistance: 129 km (80 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 13 min
Departure: AJA (41.92359924316406, 8.8029203414917)
Arrival: OLB (40.898701, 9.51763)
Route Type: International
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