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BIA → HAM
Which side of the plane to sit from Bastia-Poretta Airport (Bastia) to Hamburg Airport (Hamburg)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior view of the rugged Corsican coastline at takeoff and the most dramatic perspectives of the High Alps' glaciers and peaks during the mid-flight crossing.
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Cape Corse
The dramatic northern peninsula of Corsica with its jagged cliffs and hidden coves.
Ligurian Coast
A glimpse of the French Riviera and the Italian border near Monaco as you leave the Mediterranean.
Bernese Alps
Breathtaking views of the Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau peaks and the Aletsch Glacier.
Middle Rhine Valley
The UNESCO World Heritage section of the Rhine, famous for its dense concentration of medieval castles.
Frankfurt Skyline
The 'Mainhattan' skyscrapers rising above the German landscape as you head north.
Harz Mountains
Dense, dark forests and the Brocken peak, the highest point in Northern Germany.
Sit on the left for the best mountain panoramas. If your flight is in the morning, the sun will be on the right side of the plane, giving you perfectly lit, shadow-rich views of the Alpine valleys and the Rhine. Watch for the sharp northern 'finger' of Corsica immediately after the wheels retract.
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Tuscan Archipelago
Distant views of the islands of Elba and Capraia shimmering in the Tyrrhenian Sea.
Lake Constance
The massive 'Bodensee' where Germany, Switzerland, and Austria meet.
Zugspitze
Germany's highest peak visible on the horizon if the flight path tracks slightly east.
Port of Hamburg
Massive container terminals and the Elbe river during the final approach.
Hamburg City Center
A classic view of the Alster Lake, the Elbe Philharmonic Hall, and the city steeples.
The right side is the 'winner' for the arrival. Depending on the wind direction, landings on Runway 05 or 33 provide an iconic view of the Alster and the city center. Keep an eye out for Lake Constance shortly after crossing the Alps; it's a massive landmark that signifies your entry into German airspace.
Book Hotels in HamburgDistance: 1,232 km (766 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 39 min
Departure: BIA (42.55270004272461, 9.48373031616211)
Arrival: HAM (53.630401611328, 9.988229751586902)
Route Type: International
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