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CAG → MRS
Which side of the plane to sit from Cagliari Elmas Airport (Cagliari) to Marseille Provence Airport (Marseille)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side of the aircraft is superior for this route, offering breathtaking views of the rugged Corsican interior, the dramatic Straits of Bonifacio, and a spectacular panoramic approach over the city of Marseille and its Old Port.
Straits of Bonifacio
The narrow, dramatic passage between Sardinia and Corsica featuring towering white limestone cliffs.
Corsican High Peaks
Views of the rugged 'Mountain in the Sea' with peaks like Monte Cinto often dusted with snow in winter.
Scandola Nature Reserve
A UNESCO site featuring vibrant red volcanic cliffs and jagged rock formations plunging into the sea.
Marseille Cityscape
A perfect vantage point for the Old Port, the Basilica of Notre-Dame de la Garde, and the Orange Vélodrome.
Grand Port Maritime
Views of the massive ferries and cruise ships docked in one of Europe's largest industrial harbors.
The right side is essential for seeing the Corsican mountains. On the approach to MRS, pilots often bank right, giving this side an unobstructed view of Marseille's iconic landmarks. Morning flights offer the best lighting for photography of the French coastline.
Stagno di Cagliari
Immediate views of the vast wetlands and salt pans surrounding the airport, often home to pink flamingos.
Mediterranean Horizon
Expansive views of the deep blue Tyrrhenian and Balearic seas throughout the mid-flight transit.
Calanques National Park
Striking white limestone cliffs and hidden turquoise coves between Cassis and Marseille during the descent.
Frioul Archipelago
Clear views of the Château d'If and the islands of Pomègues and Ratonneau just before touchdown.
Choose a window seat behind the wing to avoid engine glare. This side is particularly beautiful during sunset flights as the sun dips into the Mediterranean. Watch for the dramatic change from the flat Sardinian marshes to the steep limestone cliffs of Provence.
Distance: 565 km (351 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 57 min
Departure: CAG (39.251499, 9.05428)
Arrival: MRS (43.439271922, 5.22142410278)
Route Type: International
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