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CLY → DUS
Which side of the plane to sit from Calvi-Sainte-Catherine Airport (Calvi) to Düsseldorf Airport (Duesseldorf)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers the most iconic views, starting with a stunning departure over the Calvi Citadel and continuing with a breathtaking panorama of the Western Alps, including Mont Blanc, and a prime view of the Rhine River on approach.
Calvi Citadel
Unmatched views of the historic 13th-century Genoese citadel and the crescent-shaped Gulf of Calvi immediately after takeoff.
Ligurian Sea
A vast expanse of deep blue water with distant glimpses of the French Riviera and the Esterel Massif to the west.
Mont Blanc & Western Alps
Dramatic views of the highest peak in Europe and the rugged snow-capped massifs of the Graian Alps.
Lake Geneva
On clear days, the crescent shape of Lake Geneva and the city of Lausanne are visible as you cross into Swiss airspace.
Rhine Valley
As the flight descends, the winding Rhine River and the volcanic Eifel hills provide a scenic backdrop to the landing.
Book an 'A' window seat for the best angle of the Calvi Citadel. For mid-day flights, this side experiences less direct sun glare, making it easier to photograph the Alpine glaciers. During autumn, look for the vibrant colors of the Eifel forests during the final 15 minutes of flight.
Cap Corse
View the 'finger' of Corsica, showcasing its rugged spine of mountains and secluded coastal villages.
Swiss Lakes
Stunning aerial perspectives of Lake Maggiore and Lake Lugano nestled within the deep valleys of the southern Alps.
Bernese Oberland
Spot the famous trio of Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau peaks as the flight passes over central Switzerland.
The Black Forest
Dense evergreen canopies and rolling hills stretching across southwestern Germany as you cross the border.
Ruhr Metropolis
A sprawling view of the industrial heartland of Germany and the city skylines of Cologne and Düsseldorf on approach.
The right side is ideal for morning flights to see the sunlight reflecting off the Swiss lakes. If landing to the North at DUS, you will get a great view of the Düsseldorf city center and the Rhine Tower just before touchdown.
Distance: 987 km (613 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 39 min
Departure: CLY (42.52444439999999, 8.793055599999999)
Arrival: DUS (51.289501, 6.766780000000001)
Route Type: International
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