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ALC β BLQ
Which side of the plane to sit from Alicante International Airport (Alicante) to Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport (Bologna)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side of the aircraft offers a spectacular panoramic view of the coastline, including the Spanish Costa Brava, the French Riviera, and the transition over the Maritime Alps into the Italian Apennines.
Costa Blanca & Brava
Dramatic aerial views of the Spanish coastline and the city of Barcelona shortly after takeoff.
French Riviera
Unparalleled views of Marseille, Cannes, Nice, and the tiny principality of Monaco hugging the coast.
Maritime Alps
The stunning sight of snow-capped Alpine peaks meeting the Mediterranean coastline.
Apennine Mountains
Rugged, forested ridges of the Italian interior as the plane descends toward the Po Valley.
Bologna Red Roofs
Clear views of the historic center of Bologna, including its famous medieval towers, during the final approach.
Sit on the right for the most geographically diverse views. The highlight is the CΓ΄te d'Azur; aim for a morning flight to have the sun behind the plane for the best photography. Try to sit forward of the wing to ensure the engine does not block your view of the French and Italian coastline. In winter, the contrast between the blue sea and the white Alps is particularly striking.
Mediterranean Horizon
Expansive views of the deep blue Balearic Sea for the majority of the flight duration.
Balearic Islands
On clear days, you can spot the northern coasts of Ibiza and Mallorca in the distance to the south.
Maritime Routes
Watch for large cargo ships and ferries navigating the busy shipping lanes between Spain and Italy.
Ligurian Sea
Deep blue waters as the plane crosses the gulf before making its turn toward the Italian mainland.
The left side is best for those who prefer the tranquility of the open sea and avoid direct glare during morning flights. If the flight path takes a southerly route, keep an eye out for the island of Elba as you approach the Italian coast. During sunset flights, the horizon on this side creates a beautiful gradient over the water.
Distance: 1,206 km (749 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 36 min
Departure: ALC (38.28219985961914, -0.5581560134887695)
Arrival: BLQ (44.5354, 11.2887)
Route Type: International
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