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ARN → CTA
Which side of the plane to sit from Stockholm-Arlanda Airport (Stockholm) to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (Catania)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior departure view of the Stockholm archipelago and a breathtaking close-up of Mount Etna's smoking craters during the final descent into Sicily.
Stockholm Archipelago
Immediately after takeoff, witness the thousands of tiny, pine-covered islands that make up the Swedish coast.
Berlin Skyline
As the flight crosses into Germany, look for the sprawling urban expanse of Berlin and the prominent TV Tower.
The Dolomites
Incredible views of the jagged, pale limestone peaks of the Italian Alps as you cross the border from Austria.
Adriatic Coastline
A distant but shimmering view of the blue Adriatic Sea as the aircraft tracks south along the Italian peninsula.
Mount Etna
The star of the show; Europe's most active volcano is often visible in great detail during the descent into Catania.
Book an 'F' seat for the best sunrise lighting if flying early. Mount Etna is best viewed during the last 15 minutes of the flight; keep your camera ready as the plane maneuvers for the landing at CTA. In winter, the snow-capped Dolomites are particularly striking on this side.
Oresund Bridge
The massive bridge and tunnel system connecting Sweden and Denmark is often visible shortly after departure.
Central Alps
A panorama of high-altitude glaciers and snow-covered massifs spanning Switzerland and Western Austria.
Lake Garda
Italy's largest lake is easily identifiable by its unique shape tucked into the base of the Alps.
Tuscan Landscape
Rolling hills and the coastline of Central Italy, with glimpses of the Tyrrhenian Sea islands.
Aeolian Islands
The volcanic islands of Stromboli and Vulcano can be seen rising sharply from the sea north of Sicily.
An 'A' seat is ideal for capturing the sunset over the Tyrrhenian Sea on evening flights. This side provides a better perspective of the Aeolian volcanic chain before the final approach. If the flight path stays west, you may also see the distant lights of Rome at night.
Distance: 2,475 km (1,538 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 18 min
Departure: ARN (59.65190124511699, 17.918600082397)
Arrival: CTA (37.466801, 15.0664)
Route Type: International
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