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CAG → FCO
Which side of the plane to sit from Cagliari Elmas Airport (Cagliari) to Leonardo da Vinci–Fiumicino Airport (Rome)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior perspective of the Sardinian coastline immediately after takeoff and provides the best views of the Roman coast and the Tyrrhenian coastline during the descent into Fiumicino.
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Poetto Beach
Cagliari's expansive 8km sandy beach stretching along the Gulf of the Angels.
Molentargius Salt Pans
Vibrant shallow basins that are a famous nesting ground for wild pink flamingos.
Tyrrhenian Sea
Deep blue Mediterranean waters during the short crossing between Sardinia and the mainland.
Ladispoli and Cerveteri
Coastal towns of the Lazio region visible as the aircraft begins its final descent pattern.
Fregene Coastline
The seaside resorts and pine forests just north of the airport runways.
Sit on the left for the most consistent coastal views. This side is particularly good for morning flights to avoid the harsh glare of the sun reflecting off the sea. Look out for the distinctive pink hue of the salt pans immediately after departure from Runway 14.
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Cagliari City Center
A bird's-eye view of the historic Castello district and the busy port area.
Sarrabus Mountains
The rugged, rocky peaks of southeastern Sardinia visible during the initial climb.
Pontine Islands
In the distance, the volcanic archipelago including Ponza can often be spotted on clear days.
Rome Skyline
On a clear approach, St. Peter's Basilica and the city of Rome are visible on the horizon to the east.
Tiber River Mouth
The ancient port area of Ostia and the mouth of the Tiber as it enters the Tyrrhenian.
Choose the right side if you are flying in the late afternoon, as the setting sun will illuminate the Italian mainland and the distant Apennine Mountains. If the flight loops around for a landing from the north, you might get a distant glimpse of the Colosseum.
Book Hotels in RomeDistance: 391 km (243 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 39 min
Departure: CAG (39.251499, 9.05428)
Arrival: FCO (41.8002778, 12.2388889)
Route Type: Domestic
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