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CTA → ORY
Which side of the plane to sit from Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (Catania) to Paris-Orly Airport (Paris)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a superior vantage point for Sicily's volcanic activity, the rugged coastline of Corsica, and a prime view of the highest Alpine peaks like Mont Blanc as you enter French airspace.
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Mount Etna
Unrivaled views of the smoking craters of Europe's most active volcano immediately after takeoff from Catania.
Aeolian Islands
Aerial perspective of the volcanic archipelago, including the active vent of Stromboli rising from the Tyrrhenian Sea.
Cap Corse
The northern 'finger' of Corsica with its dramatic mountain ridges meeting the Mediterranean.
The French Alps
Breathtaking views of snow-capped massifs, including the iconic Mont Blanc massif on the border of Italy and France.
Lake Geneva
The vast crescent-shaped lake and the city of Geneva visible as the flight transitions into central France.
Sit on the left (seats A) for the best views of Etna during departure, which is the highlight of the trip. For the Alpine crossing, morning flights provide the best lighting on the peaks, while afternoon flights may suffer from glare. Have your camera ready within the first 15 minutes of flight for the volcanoes.
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Italian Mainland
Views across the Strait of Messina toward the rugged Calabrian coastline of mainland Italy.
Tuscan Archipelago
Spotting the islands of Elba and Montecristo dotting the sparkling sea off the coast of Tuscany.
Burgundy Vineyards
The patchwork quilt of world-famous vineyards and rural estates as the plane descends through central France.
Loire Valley South
Occasional sightings of historic châteaux and winding rivers as you approach the Parisian basin.
The right side (seats F) is ideal for tracking the western coast of the Italian peninsula. During the final approach to Orly, depending on the wind direction and flight path, the right side may occasionally offer a distant view of the Eiffel Tower if the plane loops north of the airport before landing.
Book Hotels in ParisDistance: 1,617 km (1,005 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 9 min
Departure: CTA (37.466801, 15.0664)
Arrival: ORY (48.7233333, 2.3794444)
Route Type: International
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