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CFR → AJA
Which side of the plane to sit from Caen-Carpiquet Airport (Caen) to Ajaccio-Napoléon Bonaparte Airport (Ajaccio)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a stunning progression from the volcanic peaks of Auvergne to the distant snowy Alps, culminating in a dramatic approach over the rugged Corsican coastline.
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Chaîne des Puys
A spectacular alignment of over 80 extinct volcanoes in the Massif Central region.
French Alps
On clear days, enjoy a distant but breathtaking panorama of the snow-capped high Alps to the east.
Mediterranean Transition
The moment the aircraft leaves mainland France near the sparkling Côte d'Azur.
Corsican Peaks
Dramatic views of the Monte Cinto massif and the island's mountainous spine during descent.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid the direct southern sun glare. This side provides the most iconic views of the volcanic Auvergne region early in the flight and the best angle for seeing the interior mountains of Corsica as the plane descends into Ajaccio.
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Loire Valley
Aerial glimpses of the 'Garden of France' and its historic chateaux scattered along the river.
Southwest Landscapes
Expansive views of the rolling hills and agricultural patterns of the Dordogne and Périgord.
Îles Sanguinaires
The four famous red porphyry islands located at the tip of the Gulf of Ajaccio.
Gulf of Ajaccio
A sweeping view of the deep blue bay and the city's harbor during the final approach.
The right side is ideal for afternoon or sunset flights, offering a golden-hour view of the Mediterranean. On the final approach into AJA, you will get a perfect view of the Sanguinaires Islands as the plane banks toward the runway.
Book Hotels in AjaccioDistance: 1,080 km (671 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 26 min
Departure: CFR (49.173301696777344, -0.44999998807907104)
Arrival: AJA (41.92359924316406, 8.8029203414917)
Route Type: Domestic
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