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CGN → CAG
Which side of the plane to sit from Cologne Bonn Airport (Cologne) to Cagliari Elmas Airport (Cagliari)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior perspective of the Central Alps, the industrial heart of Northern Italy, and a stunning aerial approach into the Gulf of Cagliari.
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Central Swiss Alps
Spectacular views of snow-capped peaks and glaciers as you cross the heart of Switzerland.
Milan & Po Valley
The vast urban sprawl of Milan and the agricultural patterns of the fertile Po River plains.
Tuscan Archipelago
Distant views of islands like Elba and Montecristo scattered across the Tyrrhenian Sea.
Gulf of Cagliari
A beautiful sweep of the turquoise Sardinian coastline during the final descent.
Cagliari Old Town
Aerial views of the historic Castello district and the city's ancient fortifications.
Choose a window seat on the left for morning flights to avoid direct glare while enjoying the most dramatic mountain vistas. On the final approach into CAG, this side typically provides the best view of the 'Sella del Diavolo' rock formation and the city port.
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The winding Rhine river and its historic castles shortly after departure from CGN.
Western Alps
Views of the French-Swiss border mountains, including distant glimpses of the Mont Blanc massif.
Ligurian Coastline
The transition from the Italian mainland to the sea near Genoa and the Italian Riviera.
Corsica
The rugged, mountainous profile of the French island of Corsica to the west.
Stagno di Cagliari
The vast wetlands and salt pans surrounding the airport, often inhabited by pink flamingos.
The right side is ideal for evening flights to witness the sunset over the Mediterranean. Keep your camera ready about 20 minutes before landing to capture the dramatic silhouette of the Corsican mountains against the horizon.
Book Hotels in CagliariDistance: 1,300 km (808 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 44 min
Departure: CGN (50.8658981323, 7.1427397728)
Arrival: CAG (39.251499, 9.05428)
Route Type: International
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