DME → FCO

Moscow Southern Suburbs

Aerial views of the sprawling Moscow metropolitan area and the dense forests of the southern Moscow Oblast shortly after departure from DME.

Eastern Alps

Spectacular views of the Austrian and Slovenian Alpine peaks as the flight moves from Central Europe toward the Mediterranean.

Adriatic Sea Glances

Distant views of the shimmering blue Adriatic Sea and the Venetian Lagoon as the aircraft crosses into Italian airspace.

Apennine Mountains

The 'spine' of Italy, featuring rugged limestone ridges and high-altitude plateaus, visible during the descent phase.

The Eternal City

On many standard arrival routes, the left side provides views of the Tiber River, the Vatican, and the Colosseum before the final turn toward the coast.

Central European Plains

Expansive views of the agricultural heartlands of Poland and the Czech Republic, punctuated by winding rivers and historic towns.

High Alpine Chain

A dramatic perspective of the higher Western Alps, often showing glacier-carved valleys and snow-capped summits in the distance.

Tuscan Countryside

The iconic rolling hills, vineyards, and cypress-lined roads of Tuscany are often visible during the initial descent into the Lazio region.

Tyrrhenian Sea

As the plane maneuvers for landing at FCO, the right side often looks out over the deep blue waters of the Mediterranean.

Civitavecchia Port

Possible views of large cruise ships and ferries docked at Rome's primary maritime gateway just north of the airport.