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CTA → LIN
Which side of the plane to sit from Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (Catania) to Milano Linate Airport (Milan)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers an unparalleled sequence of volcanic landmarks and coastal vistas, starting with a close-up of Mount Etna and continuing with views of the Aeolian Islands and the Gulf of Naples.
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Mount Etna
Immediately after takeoff from CTA, witness Europe's highest active volcano dominating the Sicilian landscape.
Aeolian Islands
Spot the volcanic archipelago in the Tyrrhenian Sea, including the smoke-plumed Stromboli and Vulcano.
Mount Vesuvius
As you pass Naples, the iconic cone of Vesuvius is clearly visible overlooking the bay.
Rome Coastline
Glimpse the mouth of the Tiber River and the sprawling suburbs of the Eternal City near Fiumicino.
Tuscan Archipelago
On clear days, see the islands of Elba and Giglio dotting the blue waters of the Ligurian Sea.
Book a window seat on the left for the 'Volcano Tour'. For morning flights, the sun will be behind you, providing perfect lighting for photos of Etna and the Tyrrhenian coast. During the winter, the contrast between the snow-capped Etna and the blue sea is spectacular.
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Strait of Messina
View the narrow passage separating Sicily from mainland Calabria and the 'toe' of the Italian boot.
Southern Apennines
Fly over the rugged peaks of the Pollino and Sila National Parks in Calabria and Basilicata.
Po Valley
The vast, geometric farmlands of Northern Italy dominate the view during the descent into Milan.
Milan Urban Sprawl
As the plane aligns for Linate, see the dense urban grid and skyscrapers of Italy's financial capital.
The right side is ideal for geography enthusiasts who want to see the 'spine' of Italy. It offers better views of the Apennine mountain range. As you approach Linate, if the plane circles from the north, you might catch a glimpse of the Alps in the far distance to the right.
Book Hotels in MilanDistance: 1,009 km (627 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 21 min
Departure: CTA (37.466801, 15.0664)
Arrival: LIN (45.445099, 9.27674)
Route Type: Domestic
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