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BIA → EBU
Which side of the plane to sit from Bastia-Poretta Airport (Bastia) to Saint-Étienne-Bouthéon Airport (St-Etienne)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides an exceptional vantage point of the high French Alps and the dramatic transition from the Mediterranean coast to the rugged terrain of the Massif Central.
Côte d'Azur
The glittering blue waters and luxury coastline of the French Riviera near Nice and Antibes.
Mercantour National Park
The southernmost glaciated peaks of the Alps, offering dramatic alpine scenery.
Massif des Écrins
Home to the Barre des Écrins, providing views of glaciers and some of the highest peaks in France.
Vercors Massif
A massive limestone plateau characterized by vertical cliffs and deep valleys.
Lyon Metropolitan Area
The dense urban landscape and the confluence of the Rhône and Saône rivers visible to the north.
A morning flight is highly recommended to have the sun behind you, perfectly illuminating the snow-capped Alpine peaks. Seats behind the wing are preferable for capturing the scale of the Écrins glaciers without engine obstruction.
Cap Corse
Aerial views of the northernmost peninsula of Corsica with its jagged coastline and historic watchtowers.
Gorges du Verdon
The stunning turquoise waters and deep limestone walls of Europe's grandest canyon.
Mont Ventoux
The 'Giant of Provence' stands out prominently with its white, limestone-capped summit.
Rhône Valley
The vast patchworks of vineyards and the winding Rhône River as you cross into mainland France.
Parc du Pilat
The verdant, rolling hills and granite peaks marking the descent into the Saint-Étienne region.
Opt for an afternoon flight to see the landscape bathed in warm light. Look for the distinct 'bald' peak of Mont Ventoux roughly halfway through the flight, which is easily identifiable even from high altitudes.
Distance: 531 km (330 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 53 min
Departure: BIA (42.55270004272461, 9.48373031616211)
Arrival: EBU (45.54059982299805, 4.2963900566101065)
Route Type: Domestic
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