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BHX → FLR
Which side of the plane to sit from Birmingham International Airport (Birmingham) to Peretola Airport (Florence)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers superior views of the High Alps, Lake Geneva, and a more direct view of the Apennine Mountains during the descent into Tuscany.
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English Channel Crossing
Aerial view of the white cliffs near Dover and the busy shipping lanes of the world's busiest waterway.
Swiss and Italian Alps
Breathtaking panoramas of snow-capped peaks, including the Bernese Oberland and the Matterhorn in the distance.
Lake Geneva
The crescent-shaped lake is often visible as you cross the French-Swiss border near the Jura Mountains.
The Po Valley
The vast, fertile plains of Northern Italy, crisscrossed by the Po River and its various tributaries.
Apennine Mountains
The rugged spine of Italy provides a dramatic backdrop just minutes before landing in Florence.
Sit in the front or rear to avoid wing obstruction. On morning flights (around 8-10 AM), the sun is behind you, providing perfectly illuminated views of the Alpine glaciers. Watch for the sharp descent over the mountains which offers a rare look at remote Tuscan villages.
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Paris Environs
On a clear day, you can often spot the sprawl of the French capital and its famous landmarks in the distance.
Mont Blanc
The highest peak in Western Europe often towers to the right of the flight path during the transit of the Alps.
Chianti Vineyards
As the plane turns for its final approach into FLR, look for the rolling hills and orderly vineyards of Tuscany.
Florence City View
Depending on the wind direction, the right side often catches a glimpse of the Duomo's red dome during the final banking turn.
The right side is ideal for late afternoon flights to catch the sunset over the Mediterranean (visible in the distance) and the golden glow over the Tuscan countryside. Keep your camera ready during the final 10 minutes of flight for the characteristic red roofs of Florence.
Book Hotels in FlorenceDistance: 1,356 km (843 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 48 min
Departure: BHX (52.4538993835, -1.7480299472799998)
Arrival: FLR (43.810001, 11.2051)
Route Type: International
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