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BLQ → VIE
Which side of the plane to sit from Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport (Bologna) to Vienna International Airport (Vienna)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a front-row seat to the most dramatic limestone peaks of the Dolomites and the highest glaciers of the Austrian Alps shortly after departure.
The Dolomites
Spectacular views of the jagged peaks and vertical walls of the Sella Group and Marmolada shortly after crossing the Po Valley.
Hohe Tauern Range
On a clear day, look for the Grossglockner, Austria's highest peak, and the surrounding glacier-capped summits.
Austrian Lake District
Views over the lush green valleys of Salzburg and Upper Austria as the plane begins its descent.
Vienna Woods
The dense, rolling green hills of the Wienerwald that border the city to the west.
Sit on the left for the most iconic mountain photography. The Dolomites appear roughly 15-20 minutes after takeoff. Morning flights are ideal as the sun will illuminate the mountain faces from the east, highlighting the rock textures without causing glare on the window.
Venetian Lagoon
Shortly after takeoff, you can often spot the distinct shape of Venice and its surrounding islands to the east.
Julian Alps
Views of the rugged limestone peaks marking the border between Italy, Slovenia, and Austria.
Lake Wörthersee
The bright turquoise waters of Carinthia’s largest lake near the city of Klagenfurt.
Styrian Hills
The rolling vineyards and forested hills of southern Austria, often called the 'Austrian Tuscany'.
The right side is excellent for spotting the Adriatic coastline and the transition into the eastern Alps. If the flight lands towards the west (Runway 29), you may get a distant view of the city of Vienna and the Danube river during the final turn.
Distance: 568 km (353 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 57 min
Departure: BLQ (44.5354, 11.2887)
Arrival: VIE (48.110298156738, 16.569700241089002)
Route Type: International
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