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AOI → FCO
Which side of the plane to sit from Ancona Falconara Airport (Ancona) to Leonardo da Vinci–Fiumicino Airport (Rome)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior sequence of volcanic lakes and a dramatic view of the Tyrrhenian coastline during the final approach into Fiumicino.
Lake Trasimeno
The large, shallow lake in Umbria featuring three distinct islands visible shortly after reaching cruising altitude.
Lake Bolsena
A perfectly circular volcanic lake, Europe's largest of its kind, featuring the Bisentina and Martana islands.
Port of Civitavecchia
Rome's primary maritime gateway, where massive cruise ships and ferries are easily visible along the coast.
Tyrrhenian Coast
Golden beaches and the blue waters of the Mediterranean as the aircraft aligns with the Fiumicino runways.
Choose the right side for the best variety of landscapes. The sequence of Lake Trasimeno followed by the perfectly circular Bolsena is a geographic highlight. For afternoon flights, you'll get great lighting over the sea as you descend. Watch for the coastal towns of Santa Marinella and Ladispoli just before landing.
Monti Sibillini
Dramatic views of the central Apennines, including snow-capped peaks and the high plains of Castelluccio.
Medieval Umbria
Bird's-eye view of ancient hill towns like Spoleto and the deep green valleys of the Nera River.
Lake Bracciano
A massive volcanic crater lake surrounded by lush forests and the castle town of Bracciano.
Distant Rome
On clear days during the descent, the dome of St. Peter's Basilica and the sprawling Eternal City appear to the southeast.
Sit on the left for the most rugged mountain scenery. The morning sun illuminates the Apennine peaks beautifully, but keep your eyes peeled for the transition from the high mountains into the flatter Roman countryside. This side is better for spotting the Tiber River winding toward the capital.
Distance: 222 km (138 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 22 min
Departure: AOI (43.616299, 13.3623)
Arrival: FCO (41.8002778, 12.2388889)
Route Type: Domestic
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