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BCN → BLQ
Which side of the plane to sit from Barcelona International Airport (Barcelona) to Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport (Bologna)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side of the aircraft offers a spectacular panorama of the Mediterranean coastline, the glamorous French Riviera, and the snow-capped southern Alps visible in the distance before crossing into the Italian interior.
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Barcelona Coastline
Detailed views of the Eixample district and the Sagrada Familia immediately after takeoff from El Prat.
French Riviera
Aerial views of Nice, Cannes, and the rugged coastline of the Côte d'Azur as the plane tracks northeast.
Southern Alps
Distant but majestic views of the alpine peaks to the north during the cruise phase over the Mediterranean.
Genoa Port
A clear view of Italy's largest commercial port and the dense urban layout of the Ligurian capital.
Po Valley
The lush, geometric agricultural patterns of the Lombardy and Emilia-Romagna regions during the initial descent.
Sit on the left for the best morning light; the sun will be behind you or to the right, illuminating the coastline and mountains perfectly. Watch for the sharp turn inland near Genoa, which often provides a sweeping view of the Italian coast.
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Balearic Sea
Expansive views of the deep blue Mediterranean with various shipping lanes and ferries visible below.
Corsica Horizons
On clear days, the rugged northern tip of Corsica (Cap Corse) can be spotted far to the southeast.
Cinque Terre
The colorful cliffside villages of Liguria are visible as the flight path begins its turn toward the Apennines.
Apennine Mountains
Dense green ridges and winding mountain roads as the plane crosses the spine of Italy towards Bologna.
Imola Region
Just before landing, you may spot the rolling hills and motor-racing territory surrounding the approach path.
The right side is ideal for sunset flights, as the sun dips over the sea to the west. It offers a more tranquil, maritime view for the first half of the flight and better views of the rugged Apennine terrain during the final approach into BLQ.
Book Hotels in BolognaDistance: 831 km (516 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 23 min
Departure: BCN (41.2971, 2.07846)
Arrival: BLQ (44.5354, 11.2887)
Route Type: International
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