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AMS → BLQ
Which side of the plane to sit from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (Amsterdam) to Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport (Bologna)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a more dramatic perspective of the high Swiss Alps, including the iconic Bernese Oberland peaks and the stunning glacial lakes of Northern Italy.
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Ardennes Forest
The rolling green hills and dense forests across Belgium and Luxembourg shortly after takeoff.
Bernese Oberland
Breathtaking views of Switzerland's highest peaks, including the Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau.
Lake Lucerne
The distinctive, winding turquoise waters of this iconic Swiss lake surrounded by steep mountains.
Milan Metro Area
The vast urban landscape of Lombardy and the distant skyscrapers of Milan's financial district.
Northern Apennines
The mountain range that borders Bologna to the south, visible during the final approach maneuvers.
Choose the right side for the most iconic mountain photography. For the best lighting on the Swiss glaciers, an early afternoon flight is ideal as the sun illuminates the northern faces of the Alps. In winter, the snow cover on the mountains is spectacular, but ensure you have a window seat away from the wing to capture the full vertical scale of the peaks.
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Rhine River
View the winding path of one of Europe's most significant rivers as it flows through Western Germany.
Lake Constance
A massive lake situated at the meeting point of Germany, Switzerland, and Austria.
Eastern Swiss Alps
The rugged, snow-capped peaks of the Grisons and Vorarlberg regions.
Lake Garda
Italy's largest lake is often visible to the east during the descent into the Po Valley.
Sit on the left for morning flights to enjoy the sunrise reflecting off the Rhine, though be aware of potential glare. During the descent, keep an eye out for the Dolomites in the far distance on clear days. This side is typically better for seeing the sprawling agricultural patterns of the Po Valley just before landing.
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Get eSIMs for ItalyDistance: 988 km (614 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 39 min
Departure: AMS (52.308601, 4.76389)
Arrival: BLQ (44.5354, 11.2887)
Route Type: International
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