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DUB → CTA
Which side of the plane to sit from Dublin Airport (Dublin) to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (Catania)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side is the preferred choice for this route, offering the most iconic views of the Western Alps and the spectacular approach past Mount Etna, Europe's most active volcano.
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English Channel
Clear views of the French coastline and the busy shipping lanes between the UK and France.
Mont Blanc
The highest peak in Western Europe is often visible during the transit over the French-Italian border.
Aeolian Islands
Keep a lookout for the volcanic islands, including the active smoking peak of Stromboli in the Tyrrhenian Sea.
Mount Etna
The undisputed highlight of the trip, offering close-up views of the summit craters on the final approach.
Sicilian Coast
Beautiful views of the turquoise waters and rocky coves near Taormina before touchdown.
Book a seat behind the wing to ensure your view of the volcano isn't blocked. The right side is optimal for morning flights as the sun will be on the opposite side of the aircraft, providing perfect lighting for photos of the Alps and the Sicilian landscape. Watch for Stromboli about 20 minutes before landing.
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Dublin Bay
Aerial views of Howth Head and the Irish Sea coastline immediately after takeoff.
Swiss Alps
Extensive views of the snow-capped central Alpine peaks as the flight crosses towards Italy.
The Apennines
Looking down the rugged mountain spine of the Italian peninsula during the mid-flight cruise.
Vesuvius & Naples
Distanced views of the famous volcanic cone and the sweeping Bay of Naples.
Strait of Messina
The narrow water crossing separating mainland Italy from the island of Sicily.
On the left side, the morning sun can be intense during the southern descent, so keep your window shade ready. This side is better if you want to see the 'toe' of Italy's boot and the Calabrian coastline. If the plane lands on Runway 26, you might get a last-minute view of Etna, but it is less certain than the right side.
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Get eSIMs for ItalyDistance: 2,414 km (1,500 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 13 min
Departure: DUB (53.421299, -6.27007)
Arrival: CTA (37.466801, 15.0664)
Route Type: International
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