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BLQ → BRI
Which side of the plane to sit from Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport (Bologna) to Bari Karol Wojtyła Airport (Bari)?
Right Side of the Plane
While both sides offer excellent views, the right side is superior for its dramatic perspective of the Apennine Mountains, including the Gran Sasso massif, providing a more diverse and rugged landscape compared to the sea-dominated left side.
Gran Sasso d'Italia
The highest peak of the Apennines, Corno Grande, offers a majestic sight with its rugged limestone face.
Majella Massif
A vast, high-altitude limestone plateau that remains snow-capped well into late spring.
Pescara & Chieti
The urban sprawl of the Abruzzo region where the mountain foothills descend toward the narrow coastal plain.
Puglia Hinterland
The landscape transitions into the characteristic red soil and olive groves of the Murge plateau as you approach Bari.
Central Apennine Spine
Continuous views of the rugged mountain range that forms the backbone of the Italian peninsula.
The right side is best for afternoon flights when the sun is in the west, beautifully illuminating the mountain peaks. Keep your camera ready about 20-30 minutes into the flight for the best views of Gran Sasso. In winter, the contrast between the snowy peaks and the green plains is particularly striking.
Riviera Romagnola
The long, continuous stretch of golden sandy beaches from Rimini to Riccione is clearly visible shortly after takeoff.
Mount Conero
The distinctive limestone promontory near Ancona where the mountains meet the Adriatic, creating a dramatic coastal curve.
Tremiti Islands
A small archipelago of rocky islands that look like green jewels in the deep blue Adriatic Sea.
Gargano Peninsula
The 'spur' of the Italian boot, featuring dense green forests and high white limestone cliffs plunging into the sea.
Bari Old Town
As the plane banks for its final approach, you get a clear view of the historic 'Bari Vecchia' and the busy ferry port.
Choose the left side for morning flights if you enjoy the sun reflecting off the water, though glare can be intense. This side is perfect for spotting the unique geography of the Gargano National Park. During descent, look closely for the 'trabucchi', ancient wooden fishing machines along the coast.
Distance: 584 km (363 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 58 min
Departure: BLQ (44.5354, 11.2887)
Arrival: BRI (41.138901, 16.760599)
Route Type: Domestic
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