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AOI → TPS
Which side of the plane to sit from Ancona Falconara Airport (Ancona) to Vincenzo Florio Airport Trapani-Birgi (Trapani)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior panorama of Italy's most iconic geological features, including the high peaks of the Apennines and a sequence of world-famous volcanoes.
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Monte Conero
Dramatic limestone cliffs and turquoise bays of the Adriatic coast immediately after takeoff from Ancona.
Central Apennines
Bird's-eye view of the Gran Sasso d'Italia massif, the highest peaks in the entire Apennine range.
Mount Vesuvius
The unmistakable silhouette of the volcano looming over the densely populated Bay of Naples.
Aeolian Islands
Volcanic islands including Stromboli, often seen smoking, and the distinctive crater of Vulcano.
Northern Sicilian Coast
The rugged shoreline near Palermo and the massive headland of San Vito lo Capo as you approach the destination.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid direct glare while viewing the mainland. Keep your camera ready about 40 minutes into the flight for the Aeolian Islands, as they appear suddenly and offer incredible photo opportunities of active volcanic vents.
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Umbrian Hills
Rolling landscapes and medieval hill towns scattered across the 'Green Heart of Italy'.
Pontine Archipelago
The turquoise waters and jagged coastlines of islands like Ponza and Ventotene in the Tyrrhenian Sea.
Egadi Islands
Stunning views of Favignana, Levanzo, and Marettimo during the final descent into Trapani.
Erice
The historic medieval town perched atop Mount Erice, overlooking the city of Trapani and the airport.
Trapani Salt Pans
The unique checkerboard patterns of the ancient salt evaporation ponds just before touchdown.
The right side is unbeatable during the final 10 minutes of the flight. As the aircraft banks for the approach to Trapani-Birgi, you get a clear view of the Egadi Islands and the historic city of Erice. Sunset flights on this side offer magnificent reflections off the Tyrrhenian Sea.
Book Hotels in TrapaniDistance: 639 km (397 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 4 min
Departure: AOI (43.616299, 13.3623)
Arrival: TPS (37.9114, 12.488)
Route Type: Domestic
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