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BVA → BDS
Which side of the plane to sit from Paris Beauvais Tillé Airport (Beauvais) to Brindisi – Salento Airport (Brindisi)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior panorama of the snow-capped Alps followed by a stunning descent along the turquoise Adriatic coastline and the Gargano Peninsula.
Champagne Vineyards
Aerial views of the rolling green hills and structured vineyards of the Grand Est region shortly after departure.
The High Alps
Breath-taking views of the Western Alps and Mont Blanc massif as the flight traverses the French-Swiss border.
Adriatic Riviera
The crystalline coastline stretching from Rimini down to Pescara, showcasing vibrant blue waters and sandy beaches.
Gargano Peninsula
The 'spur' of Italy's boot, featuring the dense Umbra Forest and dramatic white limestone cliffs.
Port of Brindisi
A direct view of the Alfonsino Castle and the natural inner harbor during the final descent into Salento Airport.
Morning flights are ideal for the left side as the sun will be positioned to the south, illuminating the Alpine peaks and the Adriatic coast without direct glare. During winter months, the contrast between the white snow on the mountains and the blue sea is particularly striking. Focus your attention roughly 45-60 minutes into the flight for the best mountain views.
Paris Basin
Panoramic views of the Ile-de-France region and the outer metropolitan sprawl of Paris shortly after takeoff.
Lake Geneva
The massive crescent shape of Lac Léman visible as the flight path skirts the Swiss border.
Apennine Spine
The rugged mountain range that forms the backbone of Italy, often featuring medieval hilltop villages.
Castel del Monte
The famous octagonal 13th-century citadel perched on a hill in the Murge plateau of Puglia.
Puglian Plains
The vast mosaic of ancient olive groves and red earth distinctive to the Salento region near the journey's end.
Select the right side for late afternoon or evening flights to experience the sunset over the Italian mainland. This side provides a better perspective of the interior geography of Italy, including the fertile plains of Puglia. Look for the unique patterns of the olive plantations which become highly visible as the aircraft descends below 10,000 feet.
Distance: 1,577 km (980 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 6 min
Departure: BVA (49.45439910888672, 2.1127800941467285)
Arrival: BDS (40.6576, 17.947001)
Route Type: International
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