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CIA → KTW
Which side of the plane to sit from Ciampino–G. B. Pastine International Airport (Rome) to Katowice International Airport (Katowice)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side of the aircraft offers a superior view of the Roman cityscape upon departure and provides a more direct perspective of the high Alpine peaks and the city of Brno during the cruise and descent phases.
Eternal City Views
Shortly after departure from Ciampino, view the historic center of Rome including the Colosseum and Vatican City.
Hohe Tauern Range
Spectacular views of the highest peaks in the Austrian Alps, including the majestic Grossglockner.
Lake Trasimeno
The largest lake in central Italy appears as a shimmering blue expanse amidst the Umbrian hills.
Brno Panorama
A clear view of the Spilberk Castle and the historic center of the second-largest city in the Czech Republic.
Upper Silesian Forest
The dense green belt surrounding the industrial heart of Southern Poland as you approach Katowice.
Book a window seat in front of the wing for unobstructed views of the Alps. Morning flights on this side avoid the harsh afternoon glare when flying north-northeast. Keep your camera ready within the first 5 minutes of takeoff for the best shots of Rome.
Alban Hills
Excellent views of the volcanic Lake Albano and the Papal Palace of Castel Gandolfo immediately after takeoff.
Apennine Backbone
The rugged peaks of the Gran Sasso d'Italia visible as the flight traverses the Italian peninsula.
Danube River
Watch the Danube wind its way between Vienna and Bratislava in a rare double-capital vista.
Bratislava Castle
The distinct four-towered fortress perched on a hill overlooking the river in the Slovak capital.
High Tatras
In the distance to the east, the jagged, snow-capped peaks of the border between Slovakia and Poland.
The right side is ideal for spotting the unique geography of the Danube basin. Watch for the 'Twin City' region where Vienna and Bratislava are nearly adjacent. In winter, this side catches the warm morning sun, highlighting the snow-covered Apennine peaks.
Distance: 1,085 km (674 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 27 min
Departure: CIA (41.7994, 12.5949)
Arrival: KTW (50.4743, 19.08)
Route Type: International
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