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Our Recommendation
8.4

Left Side of the Plane

The left side offers superior views of the dramatic Strait of Bonifacio between Sardinia and Corsica, followed by an excellent vantage point for the volcanic island of Ustica and the mountainous approach into Palermo.

Left Side Highlights
8.4
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Costa Brava

Dramatic views of the rugged Catalan coastline and hidden coves immediately after departure from BCN.

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Strait of Bonifacio

The narrow, turquoise passage separating the islands of Corsica and Sardinia, often visible mid-flight.

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Emerald Coast

Glimpses of the northern Sardinian shoreline known for its crystal-clear waters and granite rock formations.

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Ustica Island

A solitary volcanic island sitting in the Tyrrhenian Sea, marking the final stage of the approach.

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Monte Pellegrino

The iconic limestone mountain that dominates the Palermo skyline as the plane descends toward the coast.

Book a morning flight to have the sun at your back, which illuminates the Sardinian coast perfectly. On the final approach into PMO, look for the 'Isola delle Femmine' just off the coast. Window seats behind the wing provide the best unobstructed views of the sea-to-mountain transition.

Right Side Highlights
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Balearic Sea

Vast stretches of deep Mediterranean blue, often dotted with cargo ships and ferries heading to Barcelona.

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Menorca

Distant southern views of the northernmost Balearic island if the flight path tracks slightly south.

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Gennargentu Mountains

The rugged, mountainous interior of central Sardinia visible during the middle third of the journey.

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Egadi Islands

The small archipelago off the western tip of Sicily, including Favignana, visible during the descent.

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Gulf of Castellammare

The sweeping, picturesque bay that lines the northern Sicilian coast just west of the airport.

Choose this side for sunset flights to witness the sun dipping into the Mediterranean. Keep an eye out for the San Vito Lo Capo peninsula during the descent, which is one of Sicily's most famous coastal landmarks. This side is typically better if the aircraft uses the secondary runway approach from the west.

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Route Information

Distance: 1,003 km (623 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 20 min

Departure: BCN (41.2971, 2.07846)

Arrival: PMO (38.175999, 13.091)

Route Type: International

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