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BLQ → ORY
Which side of the plane to sit from Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport (Bologna) to Paris-Orly Airport (Paris)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a more direct and dramatic view of the Western Alps' highest peaks, including the Mont Blanc massif, and a spectacular angle of the city of Lyon.
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Tuscan-Emilian Apennines
Immediately after takeoff, witness the rugged ridges of the northern Apennine range bordering the Po Valley.
Mont Blanc & Gran Paradiso
Unrivaled views of the highest peak in Europe and the glaciers of Italy's oldest national park during the Alps crossing.
City of Lyon
A clear view of the confluence of the Rhône and Saône rivers as the flight crosses into central France.
Massif Central Foothills
The transition from alpine terrain to the volcanic plateaus and rolling green hills of central France.
For the most dramatic mountain photography, choose a morning flight to have the sun behind you, illuminating the southern faces of the Alps. Ensure you are seated forward of the wing to avoid engine heat distortion when capturing Mont Blanc.
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Glimpses of the Lombardy capital and the vast, geometric agricultural grid of northern Italy.
Lake Geneva
A stunning panoramic view of the crescent-shaped 'Lac Léman' and the city of Geneva at its western tip.
Burgundy Vineyards
The meticulously organized rows of the Côte d'Or wine region, especially beautiful during the autumn harvest season.
Paris Approach
Depending on the landing pattern at Orly, the Eiffel Tower and the Parisian skyline often appear on the right during the final descent.
The right side is ideal for seeing the vastness of Lake Geneva. If landing at Orly from the east (Runway 26), the right side provides the classic 'Paris window' view of the city's major landmarks just before touchdown.
Book Hotels in ParisDistance: 824 km (512 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 22 min
Departure: BLQ (44.5354, 11.2887)
Arrival: ORY (48.7233333, 2.3794444)
Route Type: International
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