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Our Recommendation
9.1

Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers a spectacular Mediterranean panorama, featuring the French Riviera, the rugged terrain of Corsica, and a prime view of the active Mount Etna volcano before the final approach into Crete.

Right Side Highlights
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French Riviera

Glittering views of the Côte d'Azur coastline, including glimpses of Nice and Cannes.

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Corsica & Sardinia

The dramatic, jagged granite peaks and turquoise bays of these major Mediterranean islands.

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Mount Etna

The iconic smoking peak of Europe's most active volcano on the island of Sicily.

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Strait of Messina

The narrow channel separating Sicily from the Italian mainland.

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Crete Coastline

Dramatic approach views of the White Mountains and the northern rocky shores of Crete.

The right side is unbeatable for island spotting. To see Mount Etna, look out about 90 minutes into the flight. For the best lighting, choose a late afternoon flight when the sun illuminates the Corsican mountains and the Sicilian coast in gold.

Left Side Highlights
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Bordeaux Vineyards

Aerial views of the prestigious Médoc and Saint-Émilion wine regions immediately after takeoff.

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Massif Central

The ancient volcanic peaks and deep valleys of south-central France.

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Central Apennines

The rugged limestone spine of Italy as the flight crosses the peninsula toward the Ionian Sea.

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Gulf of Taranto

The deep blue waters of the 'sole' of the Italian boot, marking the transition to the Ionian Sea.

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Aegean Horizon

Clear views across the southern Aegean toward the Greek mainland and Peloponnese.

Sit on the left for morning flights to keep the sun behind you. Look out approximately 45 minutes after takeoff for views of the Southern French Alps. During the approach to Heraklion, you may see the Dia island sitting just off the coast of Crete.

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Route Information

Distance: 2,428 km (1,509 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 14 min

Departure: BOD (44.8283004761, -0.7155560255050001)

Arrival: HER (35.3396987915, 25.1802997589)

Route Type: International

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