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CLT → FCO
Which side of the plane to sit from Charlotte Douglas International Airport (Charlotte) to Leonardo da Vinci–Fiumicino Airport (Rome)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side is superior for this transatlantic route, offering the best views of the US Northeast corridor after takeoff and a stunning panoramic approach over the snow-capped Alps into the heart of Italy.
US Northeast Corridor
Aerial views of the brightly lit urban sprawl from Washington D.C. to New York City shortly after departure.
Newfoundland Coast
The rugged, fractured coastline of eastern Canada and potential icebergs during late spring months.
The Swiss and Italian Alps
A breathtaking crossing of the high peaks, including vistas of the Matterhorn and Mont Blanc during the morning descent.
Tuscan Countryside
Rolling green hills, vineyards, and historic villas of central Italy as the plane aligns for Rome.
Lake Bracciano
A large, circular volcanic lake located just north of Rome, often visible minutes before touchdown.
Book a window seat on the left for the best morning light; the sun will be on the opposite side of the aircraft, preventing glare during the spectacular Alpine crossing. Keep your window shade up starting 90 minutes before arrival to catch the mountain scenery and the descent over Tuscany.
The Outer Banks
The delicate, thin strip of North Carolina's barrier islands visible shortly after ascending from CLT.
Atlantic Sunrise
A front-row seat to the sunrise over the open ocean, typically occurring midway through the flight.
French Riviera
Distant views of the Mediterranean coastline near Nice and the glittering Cote d'Azur.
Corsica and Elba
Dramatic mountainous islands in the Tyrrhenian Sea visible as the flight enters Italian airspace.
Port of Civitavecchia
The major cruise ship port and historic coastal fortifications located northwest of Rome.
The right side is ideal if you enjoy watching the sunrise over the horizon, though it can make the cabin quite bright. During the final approach into FCO, this side offers the best views of the Mediterranean coastline and the Roman 'Litorale' beaches.
Distance: 7,726 km (4,801 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 9 hrs 5 min
Departure: CLT (35.2140007019043, -80.94309997558594)
Arrival: FCO (41.8002778, 12.2388889)
Route Type: International
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