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CAG → SXF
Which side of the plane to sit from Cagliari Elmas Airport (Cagliari) to Berlin-Schönefeld Airport (Berlin)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior perspective of the Italian coastline, the Tuscan Archipelago, and the most dramatic high-altitude peaks as the flight traverses the Alps towards Germany.
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Tuscan Archipelago
Stunning views of Elba and Montecristo islands dotting the Tyrrhenian Sea.
Ligurian Coast
The dramatic meeting of the Apennine Mountains and the Mediterranean Sea near La Spezia.
Central Alpine Range
A direct flyover of the high Alps, offering views of glaciers and turquoise mountain lakes in Austria or Switzerland.
Saxon Elbeland
The winding Elbe River and the historic architecture of Dresden visible as you enter German airspace.
Spreewald Biosphere
The unique network of canals and dense forests south of Berlin just before landing.
The right side is the 'scenic side' for geography lovers, especially for the Alpine crossing which is the flight's climax. Use a polarizing filter for photos to cut through the haze over the Mediterranean. During the winter, the snow-covered Alps are particularly breathtaking on this side.
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Gennargentu National Park
Aerial views of the rugged limestone peaks and deep gorges in the heart of central Sardinia shortly after takeoff.
Strait of Bonifacio
The narrow, turquoise channel separating Sardinia from the southern tip of Corsica.
Western Alps
Distal views of the Swiss Alps, including snow-capped massifs near the Bernese Oberland.
Leipzig Cityscape
Clear views of the Völkerschlachtdenkmal and the urban layout of Leipzig during the descent phase.
Sit on the left for better lighting during morning flights to avoid direct sun glare. Look out for the French coastline in the far distance while crossing the Ligurian Sea. This side is also preferable if the approach into Berlin-Brandenburg (formerly SXF) comes from the west.
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Get eSIMs for GermanyDistance: 1,500 km (932 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs
Departure: CAG (39.251499, 9.05428)
Arrival: SXF (52.380001, 13.5225)
Route Type: International
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