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CTA → EIN
Which side of the plane to sit from Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (Catania) to Eindhoven Airport (Eindhoven)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side is exceptional for this route, offering an immediate view of Mount Etna upon departure, followed by the volcanic Aeolian Islands, the Italian capital, and the high peaks of the Central Alps.
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Mount Etna
Europe's most active volcano is visible immediately after takeoff from Catania.
Aeolian Islands
The volcanic archipelago, featuring the smoking cone of Stromboli in the Tyrrhenian Sea.
Rome and the Tiber
A sprawling view of the Eternal City and the winding river through the Lazio region.
Central Alps
Direct views over the massive glaciers and 4,000-meter peaks of Switzerland.
Lake Constance
The enormous lake known as Bodensee where Germany, Switzerland, and Austria meet.
The Rhine Valley
Following the winding path of one of Europe's most significant and historic rivers.
Ensure you are seated on the right for the departure; Mount Etna is the highlight of the trip and is best seen within the first 5-10 minutes. Early morning flights offer the best lighting for the Alpine glaciers and the Rhine River's reflection.
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Tyrrhenian Coastline
Aerial views of the deep blue waters and the rugged coastline of mainland Italy.
Bernese Oberland
Glacial peaks of the Swiss Alps, including distant views of the Eiger and Jungfrau.
Luxembourg City
The dramatic cliffs and historic fortifications of the Grand Duchy's capital.
North Brabant Fields
The characteristic patchwork of Dutch agricultural land during the descent into Eindhoven.
Choose the left side for afternoon or evening flights to minimize direct sun glare while still enjoying the Alpine panorama. It also offers a better view of the sunset when flying north during late hours.
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Get eSIMs for NetherlandsDistance: 1,731 km (1,076 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 18 min
Departure: CTA (37.466801, 15.0664)
Arrival: EIN (51.4500999451, 5.374529838559999)
Route Type: International
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