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Our Recommendation
8.5

Left Side of the Plane

The left side offers a superior sequence of landmarks, including the Italian Apennines, a dramatic crossing of the central Swiss Alps, and a scenic descent following the Rhine River valley towards the Ruhr region.

Left Side Highlights
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Apennine Mountains

Rugged peaks and deep valleys of the Italian backbone immediately after departure from Ancona.

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Central Swiss Alps

Breathtaking views of snow-capped peaks and glaciers as the flight crosses the Alpine ridge near Switzerland.

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Zurich & Lake

Aerial view of the Swiss financial capital and the elongated Lake Zurich glinting below.

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Black Forest

The deep green canopy of the Schwarzwald region in southwestern Germany.

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Middle Rhine Valley

The UNESCO-listed gorge featuring historic castles and steep vineyard terraces near Koblenz.

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Cologne Cathedral

The iconic twin spires of the Kölner Dom are often visible on the left during the final approach to Düsseldorf.

Choose a window seat on the left for the most dramatic Alpine scenery. For morning flights, the sun will be behind you, illuminating the mountains and the Rhine valley perfectly. Keep your camera ready about 45 minutes into the flight for the best mountain peaks.

Right Side Highlights
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Adriatic Coast

Beautiful views of the Italian coastline and the turquoise waters of the Adriatic Sea during climb-out.

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Po Valley

The vast, fertile plains of Northern Italy, crisscrossed by the Po River and its tributaries.

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Lake Constance

The expansive 'Bodensee' shared by Germany, Switzerland, and Austria, often visible in the distance.

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Swabian Jura

Rolling limestone plateaus and forested hills characterizing the landscape of Baden-Württemberg.

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Frankfurt Skyline

On clear days, the distant skyscrapers of Germany's financial hub can be spotted to the east.

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Ruhr District

The dense urban and industrial landscape of the Rhein-Ruhr area as the plane enters the DUS terminal area.

The right side is ideal for afternoon flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. It provides excellent views of the Italian coast early in the flight and is better for spotting the vastness of Lake Constance and the industrial architecture of the Ruhr area during landing.

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Route Information

Distance: 986 km (613 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 39 min

Departure: AOI (43.616299, 13.3623)

Arrival: DUS (51.289501, 6.766780000000001)

Route Type: International

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