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CGN → PMO
Which side of the plane to sit from Cologne Bonn Airport (Cologne) to Falcone–Borsellino Airport (Palermo)?
Right Side of the Plane
While both sides offer stunning views of the Alps, the right side provides a more dramatic perspective of the high Western Alpine peaks and a superior view of the Italian coastline and Tyrrhenian Sea during the descent into Sicily.
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Black Forest
The dense, dark evergreen canopy of southwestern Germany's famous mountain range.
Bernese Oberland
Spectacular views of the Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau peaks as you cross into Swiss airspace.
Tuscan Archipelago
Spot islands like Elba scattered in the turquoise waters of the Tyrrhenian Sea.
Rome & Vatican City
Depending on the exact flight corridor, you may see the urban sprawl of the Eternal City and the Tiber River.
Gulf of Castellammare
A stunning turquoise bay and steep cliffs that define the final approach into Falcone–Borsellino Airport.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights to avoid direct sun glare. It offers the best views of the high Swiss peaks and the stunning Italian coastline. During the final approach into PMO, the right side often looks directly over the sea and the dramatic cliffs of northwestern Sicily.
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Rhine River Valley
View the winding Rhine river and the historic architectural landscape of the Bonn region shortly after takeoff.
Lake Constance
The massive 'Bodensee' marking the border between Germany, Switzerland, and Austria.
Glarus Alps
Glaciated peaks and deep valleys of the Eastern Swiss Alps.
Apennine Backbone
The rugged mountain range running down the center of the Italian peninsula.
Mount Etna
On clear days during the southern descent, Europe's most active volcano may be visible on the distant horizon to the southeast.
Choose the left side for morning flights to witness the sunrise over the mountains, though glare can be intense. This side is better for spotting Lake Constance and the central Italian interior. Keep an eye out for the distant silhouette of Etna as you begin your descent into Sicily.
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Get eSIMs for ItalyDistance: 1,487 km (924 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 59 min
Departure: CGN (50.8658981323, 7.1427397728)
Arrival: PMO (38.175999, 13.091)
Route Type: International
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