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Our Recommendation
8.5

Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers the most dramatic scenery, featuring the rugged western coastline of Corsica, the high peaks of the Corsican Alps, and a spectacular view of the Capo Caccia limestone cliffs upon descent into Alghero.

Right Side Highlights
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Gulf of La Spezia

The 'Gulf of Poets' and the rugged Ligurian coastline are often visible during the initial climb phase.

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Corsican Interior

Stunning views of the island's highest peaks, including Monte Cinto, which often remains snow-capped into late spring.

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Gulf of Porto

Dramatic red granite cliffs and the UNESCO-listed Scandola Nature Reserve along the western Corsican shore.

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Asinara Island

The protected national park island off the northwestern tip of Sardinia, known for its unique white donkeys.

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Capo Caccia

The iconic, massive limestone headland that marks the entrance to the Porto Conte bay near Alghero airport.

The right side is unbeatable for sunset flights, as the sun dips into the Mediterranean. During the final approach into Alghero, the aircraft usually banks over the sea, giving right-side passengers a front-row seat to the dramatic cliffs of the Coral Riviera.

Left Side Highlights
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Tuscan Apennines

Aerial views of the forested peaks and valleys separating Emilia-Romagna from Tuscany shortly after takeoff.

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Elba Island

Look for the iron-rich island of Elba and the surrounding Tuscan Archipelago gems like Montecristo.

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Bastia Coastline

The coastal plains and large lagoons of eastern Corsica, including the Γ‰tang de Biguglia.

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Strait of Bonifacio

The narrow turquoise channel separating the southern tip of Corsica from the northern edge of Sardinia.

Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid the direct western sun glare. This side provides a better perspective of the vast Tyrrhenian Sea and the gentler eastern slopes of the islands.

Top Activities in Alghero
Route Information

Distance: 499 km (310 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 50 min

Departure: BLQ (44.5354, 11.2887)

Arrival: AHO (40.632099, 8.29077)

Route Type: Domestic

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