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BGY → PMO
Which side of the plane to sit from Il Caravaggio International Airport (Bergamo) to Falcone–Borsellino Airport (Palermo)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior sequence of iconic Italian landmarks, including the Apennine spine, the city of Rome, the dramatic crater of Mount Vesuvius, and the volcanic Aeolian Islands before landing in Sicily.
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Central Apennines
Bird's-eye view of the rugged mountain peaks forming the 'backbone' of the Italian peninsula.
Rome & Vatican City
Visible mid-flight, you can often spot the Tiber River and the urban sprawl of the Eternal City.
Mount Vesuvius
The massive, distinct crater of the volcano overlooking the Bay of Naples is a major highlight.
Aeolian Islands
During the descent, look for the volcanic silhouettes of Stromboli and Vulcano rising from the sea.
Palermo & Monte Pellegrino
A close-up view of the Sicilian capital and the majestic limestone cliff guarding the harbor.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. The approach to PMO often involves a turn over the sea, giving the left side a perfect view of the Sicilian coastline and the city of Palermo. Keep an eye out for the smoking plume of Stromboli if visibility is high.
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Panoramic views of the industrial heartland of Lombardy and the winding Po River.
Tuscan Archipelago
Glimpses of the islands of Elba and Montecristo scattered in the Tyrrhenian Sea.
Island of Ustica
A solitary volcanic island that appears like a dark speck in the blue water just before landing.
Gulf of Castellammare
Spectacular turquoise waters and white sandy beaches as the plane aligns for the runway.
Zingaro Reserve
The wild, undeveloped coastal cliffs near San Vito Lo Capo visible on the final approach.
The right side is ideal for late afternoon flights to catch the sunset over the Tyrrhenian Sea. On very clear days, you might see the distant mountains of Corsica and Sardinia to the west. This side offers a more tranquil, maritime-focused view compared to the landmark-heavy left side.
Book Hotels in PalermoDistance: 879 km (546 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 28 min
Departure: BGY (45.673901, 9.70417)
Arrival: PMO (38.175999, 13.091)
Route Type: Domestic
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