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BIA โ ORY
Which side of the plane to sit from Bastia-Poretta Airport (Bastia) to Paris-Orly Airport (Paris)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers spectacular panoramic views of the French Alps, including Mont Blanc on clear days, and a better chance of seeing the Paris skyline during the approach to Orly.
Tuscan Archipelago
Views of Elba and Capraia islands dotting the Ligurian Sea to the east.
The High Alps
Breathtaking views of the snow-capped French Alps, with Mont Blanc often visible in the distance.
Burgundy Vineyards
The patchwork of world-famous vineyards across the Cรดte d'Or region.
Fontainebleau Forest
A massive green expanse just south of Paris, once a royal hunting ground.
Paris Skyline
A potential view of the Eiffel Tower and the urban sprawl during the final descent into Orly.
Morning flights are ideal for the right side to see the Alps illuminated by the rising sun. If the plane lands towards the west, the right side provides the best angle for spotting the Eiffel Tower and Montparnasse Tower.
Cap Corse
The rugged, mountainous peninsula of northern Corsica visible immediately after takeoff.
Massif de l'Esterel
The striking red volcanic rock formations where the mountains meet the Mediterranean near Cannes.
Gorges du Verdon
The deep turquoise waters of Europe's most famous canyon visible as you cross into Provence.
Chaรฎne des Puys
The distinctive line of extinct volcanic craters in the Massif Central region.
Loire Valley
Winding rivers and historic chateaus dotting the landscape as you enter central France.
Great for afternoon flights as the sun will be on the opposite side, providing clear lighting for the Mediterranean coast and the Auvergne volcanoes. Watch for the jagged coastline of Corsica right after departure.
Distance: 880 km (547 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 28 min
Departure: BIA (42.55270004272461, 9.48373031616211)
Arrival: ORY (48.7233333, 2.3794444)
Route Type: Domestic
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