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BEG → FCO
Which side of the plane to sit from Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport (Belgrade) to Leonardo da Vinci–Fiumicino Airport (Rome)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers the most dramatic views of the high Dinaric Alps, the Gran Sasso massif in Italy, and the best orientation for spotting Rome's historical center during the descent.
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Belgrade Cityscape
Panoramic views of New Belgrade and the confluence of the Sava and Danube rivers immediately after takeoff.
Dinaric Alps
Rugged limestone peaks and deep canyons stretching across Bosnia and Herzegovina and Montenegro.
Adriatic Horizon
A vast blue expanse as the aircraft crosses from the Balkan Peninsula toward the Italian coast.
Gran Sasso d'Italia
The highest peak in the Apennines, often snow-capped, providing a stark contrast to the surrounding valleys.
The Eternal City
Clear views of the Colosseum, Altare della Patria, and the sprawling urban landscape of Rome on final approach.
For morning flights, the left side provides better lighting for photography without direct sun glare. Watch closely about 15 minutes before landing; if the flight path approaches from the north, you will have a direct line of sight to the Vatican and historic landmarks. In winter, the snow-covered Apennines are particularly photogenic from this side.
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Sava River Meanders
Intricate loops of the Sava river winding through the Serbian and Bosnian plains.
Dalmatian Archipelago
The stunning chain of Croatian islands including Brač and Hvar visible in the distance to the north.
Lake Bracciano
A large, circular volcanic lake located north of Rome, frequently visible during the descent sequence.
Tyrrhenian Coastline
The coastal stretch near Civitavecchia and the sandy beaches north of Fiumicino as the plane turns for landing.
The right side is ideal for evening flights to catch the sunset over the Tyrrhenian Sea. It also offers a better view of the Croatian coastline if the flight path stays further north. During the final turn into Fiumicino, keep an eye out for the ancient Roman port of Ostia Antica situated just south of the airport boundary.
Book Hotels in RomeDistance: 734 km (456 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 13 min
Departure: BEG (44.8184013367, 20.3090991974)
Arrival: FCO (41.8002778, 12.2388889)
Route Type: International
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