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Our Recommendation
8.7

Left Side of the Plane

The left side offers a superior panoramic view of Rome's historic center upon departure and provides front-row seats to the most iconic glaciers and peaks of the Swiss Alps during the cruise phase.

Left Side Highlights
8.7
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Rome Cityscape

Unrivaled views of the Colosseum, Vatican City, and the Tiber river shortly after taking off from Ciampino.

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Tyrrhenian Coast

The blue expanse of the Mediterranean meets the rugged coastline of Lazio and the Tuscan archipelago.

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Swiss Alps Peaks

Spectacular views of high-altitude glaciers including the Jungfrau and Eiger massifs in the Swiss Oberland.

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Black Forest

The dense, dark evergreen canopy of southwestern Germany creates a striking contrast with the surrounding landscape.

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Meuse River

Winding water patterns and lush green plains as the flight enters the border region of Belgium and the Netherlands.

For the most dramatic lighting on the Alpine peaks, book a mid-afternoon flight when the sun illuminates the western faces of the mountains. Keep your camera ready within the first 5 minutes of takeoff for the best shots of Rome's ancient landmarks. Look out for the distinct shape of Lake Bracciano shortly after leaving the Italian capital.

Right Side Highlights
7.9
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Alban Hills

Ancient volcanic craters now filled with the deep blue waters of Lake Albano and Lake Nemi.

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Lake Trasimeno

A massive, shallow lake in the heart of Umbria surrounded by rolling hills and olive groves.

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Central Alps

The jagged limestone peaks and hidden valleys along the Swiss and Austrian border regions.

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Lake Constance

A vast body of water shared by Germany, Switzerland, and Austria, often visible near the flight's midpoint.

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Eindhoven High Tech

The sprawling modern industrial and technology campuses that define the 'City of Light' during the final approach.

On morning flights, the right side benefits from soft morning light hitting the Apennines. Watch for the dramatic change in terrain as the flat Po Valley ends and the vertical walls of the Alps begin. In winter months, the right side provides excellent views of the snow-dusted Rhine Valley. Avoid seats directly over the wing to maintain a clear view of the Italian lakes.

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Route Information

Distance: 1,205 km (749 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 36 min

Departure: CIA (41.7994, 12.5949)

Arrival: EIN (51.4500999451, 5.374529838559999)

Route Type: International

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