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BIA → TLS
Which side of the plane to sit from Bastia-Poretta Airport (Bastia) to Toulouse-Blagnac Airport (Toulouse)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers an unparalleled coastal panorama, featuring the rugged Corsican shores, the famous French Riviera, and the distant snowy peaks of the Pyrenees during the descent into Toulouse.
Corsican Coastline
Breathtaking views of the turquoise waters and lagoons surrounding Bastia during the initial climb out of Poretta.
French Riviera
Panoramic views of the Mediterranean coastline passing from the Gulf of Saint-Tropez towards the city of Marseille.
The Calanques
Aerial view of the stunning limestone cliffs and hidden turquoise inlets between Marseille and Cassis.
Camargue Delta
The unique salt pans, wetlands, and patchwork landscape of the Rhône river delta as the flight crosses into Occitanie.
The Pyrenees
On clear days, the massive mountain range on the Spanish border provides a dramatic horizon backdrop during the final approach.
Sit on the left for the best lighting during afternoon flights to avoid the direct glare of the southern sun. Keep your eyes peeled roughly 30 minutes into the flight for the distinctive white limestone of the Calanques. In winter, the snow-covered Pyrenees are most visible on the left during the descent.
Cap Corse
A close-up view of the rugged northern peninsula of Corsica as the aircraft turns northwest toward the mainland.
Southern Alps
Distant but majestic views of the snow-capped Mercantour peaks shimmering to the north of the flight path.
Nîmes & Roman Sites
Look for the historical urban grid and Roman architecture as the flight tracks over the Gard department.
Languedoc Vineyards
A vast tapestry of vineyards and agricultural patterns characteristic of the southern French interior.
The right side is ideal for morning flights when the sun is in the southeast, illuminating the Alpine peaks in the distance. During the final phase of the flight, you can often spot the historical 'bastide' towns and hilltop villages of the Aude and Haute-Garonne departments.
Distance: 670 km (416 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 7 min
Departure: BIA (42.55270004272461, 9.48373031616211)
Arrival: TLS (43.629101, 1.36382)
Route Type: Domestic
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