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BEG β†’ GVA

Our Recommendation
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Left Side of the Plane

The left side offers a more dramatic perspective of the high Alpine peaks, the Venetian lagoon, and the southern side of the Mont Blanc massif during the descent into Geneva.

Left Side Highlights
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Belgrade Confluence

Aerial view of the meeting point of the Sava and Danube rivers shortly after takeoff.

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Dinaric Alps

Rugged limestone peaks and deep valleys stretching across Bosnia and Herzegovina and Croatia.

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Venetian Lagoon

On clear days, see the unique structure of Venice and its surrounding islands in the northern Adriatic.

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The Dolomites

The distinct, jagged pale-colored peaks of the Italian Dolomites are a major mid-flight highlight.

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Mont Blanc Massif

As the plane approaches Switzerland, the highest peak in Europe is often visible to the south.

Choose the left side for spectacular sunset views if flying in the late afternoon. You will have better visibility of the high-altitude glaciers in the Aosta Valley and the southern face of the Alps. Keep your camera ready about 20 minutes before landing for the most iconic mountain silhouettes.

Right Side Highlights
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Danube Basin

Expansive views of the fertile Pannonian Plain and the winding Danube heading toward Hungary.

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Julian Alps

Glance north to see Triglav and the snow-covered peaks of Slovenia during the first half of the flight.

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Swiss Plateau

Views of the densely populated and picturesque region between the Alps and the Jura mountains.

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Jura Mountains

The rolling, forested ridges of the Jura range define the border between Switzerland and France.

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Lake Geneva

A sweeping view of the 'Lac LΓ©man' crescent as the aircraft aligns for the final approach into GVA.

The right side is ideal for morning flights to avoid direct glare from the sun. It provides a superior view of the Jura mountains and the northern shores of Lake Geneva during the final descent. Look out for the Swiss cities of Lausanne and Nyon as you descend toward Cointrin.

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Route Information

Distance: 1,116 km (693 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 29 min

Departure: BEG (44.8184013367, 20.3090991974)

Arrival: GVA (46.23809814453125, 6.108950138092041)

Route Type: International

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