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CTA → NAP
Which side of the plane to sit from Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (Catania) to Naples International Airport (Naples)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a spectacular vantage point for the most iconic landmarks of Southern Italy, including the crater of Mount Vesuvius and the rugged Calabrian coastline.
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Mount Etna
Immediate views of Europe's largest active volcano right after takeoff from Catania.
Strait of Messina
The narrow water gap between Sicily and mainland Italy, showing both Messina and Villa San Giovanni.
Calabrian Coastline
Stunning views of the 'Costa degli Dei' including the famous clifftop town of Tropea.
Mount Vesuvius
The flight usually flies right past the crater, providing a rare and dramatic top-down view of the volcano.
Metropolitan Naples
A dense urban tapestry unfolding beneath the wings as you align for the runway at NAP airport.
The right side is essential for the Vesuvius approach. Try to fly in the morning to have the sun behind you, which illuminates the Calabrian coast and the Vesuvius crater perfectly. This side also guarantees views of Etna's smoking summit shortly after departure, provided you are not in the clouds.
Book Hotels in NaplesStromboli and Aeolian Islands
Spot the distinctive volcanic cones of the Aeolian archipelago rising from the Tyrrhenian Sea.
Tyrrhenian Sea
Expansive views of the deep blue Mediterranean waters often dotted with ferries and yachts.
Capri & Amalfi Coast
During the final descent, catch a glimpse of the glamorous island of Capri and the jagged Sorrento peninsula.
Choose the left side if you want to see the volcanic activity of Stromboli in the distance. This side is particularly scenic during sunset flights when the sun reflects off the Tyrrhenian Sea. During the approach to Naples, you may see the silhouettes of the Amalfi Coast towns depending on the wind direction and flight path.
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Get eSIMs for ItalyDistance: 386 km (240 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 39 min
Departure: CTA (37.466801, 15.0664)
Arrival: NAP (40.886002000000005, 14.2908)
Route Type: Domestic
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