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CDG → CTA
Which side of the plane to sit from Charles de Gaulle International Airport (Paris) to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (Catania)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a front-row seat to the most dramatic landscapes, including the snow-capped Western Alps and a breathtaking close-up of Mount Etna during the final approach into Catania.
Paris Cityscape
Aerial views of the Eiffel Tower and the Seine river shortly after takeoff depending on the runway configuration.
The Western Alps
Spectacular vistas of the highest peaks in Europe, including the massive Mont Blanc massif on the border of France and Italy.
The Italian Peninsula
A sweeping view of the Apennine Mountains and the central Italian landscape as the flight heads south.
Mount Etna
The star attraction; a stunning view of Europe's tallest active volcano, often smoking, as the plane descends into Catania.
Catania City
Views of the urban sprawl of Catania nestled between the volcanic slopes and the Ionian Sea.
Book a window seat well ahead of the wing for unobstructed views of the Alps. Choose a morning flight to have the sun behind you, illuminating the mountains and the volcanic craters of Etna perfectly without glare.
French Riviera
Distant but beautiful views of the Cote d'Azur and the shimmering blue waters of the Mediterranean Sea.
Corsica and Sardinia
On clear days, the rugged silhouettes of these two Mediterranean islands are visible to the west.
Aeolian Islands
Spot the volcanic archipelago, including the perfect cone of Stromboli, as the flight crosses the Tyrrhenian Sea.
Sicilian Coastline
Views of the northern Sicilian shores and the Tyrrhenian blue as the aircraft begins its approach.
The right side is ideal for sunset flights, providing a gorgeous view of the sun dipping into the Mediterranean. Watch for the volcanic plumes of Stromboli when passing north of Sicily.
Distance: 1,631 km (1,013 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 10 min
Departure: CDG (49.012798, 2.55)
Arrival: CTA (37.466801, 15.0664)
Route Type: International
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