Loading map...
BIA → DUS
Which side of the plane to sit from Bastia-Poretta Airport (Bastia) to Düsseldorf Airport (Duesseldorf)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a spectacular traversal of the Swiss Alps and a scenic approach along the Rhine river, providing more frequent and prominent landmarks compared to the left.
Bastia City
A bird's-eye view of the historic port and the citadel of Bastia shortly after takeoff.
Genoa Harbor
Views of the sprawling Italian port city of Genoa and the vibrant Ligurian coastline.
Bernese Alps
Dramatic proximity to the snow-capped Swiss peaks of the Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau.
Lake Constance
The massive 'Bodensee' which serves as the aquatic border between Switzerland, Germany, and Austria.
Rhine Valley
The winding Rhine river and its industrial heartland leading directly into the Düsseldorf area.
The right side is the premier choice for mountain lovers. Sit here to see the most impressive Swiss peaks roughly 35-45 minutes into the flight. For the best photography, morning flights are ideal as the sun will be behind you, illuminating the Alps and the Rhine valley clearly.
Cap Corse
The wild, mountainous northern peninsula of Corsica with dramatic cliffside views during departure.
Ligurian Sea
Expansive views of the deep blue Mediterranean separating Corsica from mainland Europe.
Western Alps
Distant but majestic views of the French Alps, including the silhouette of Mont Blanc on clear days.
Burgundy Vineyards
The geometric patterns of Eastern France's famous wine regions visible from cruising altitude.
Eifel Mountains
The volcanic hills and dense forests of the Eifel region as the plane begins its final descent.
Choose the left side for sunset flights to catch the evening glow over the Mediterranean. During the climb out of Bastia, look for the 'sentier des douaniers' coastline. In the final 20 minutes, watch for the rural landscapes of the Eifel and the outskirts of Cologne.
Distance: 993 km (617 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 39 min
Departure: BIA (42.55270004272461, 9.48373031616211)
Arrival: DUS (51.289501, 6.766780000000001)
Route Type: International
Thank you for booking your travels through our travel partners. The commissions from your bookings keep this site running.