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DUS → AOI
Which side of the plane to sit from Düsseldorf Airport (Duesseldorf) to Ancona Falconara Airport (Ancona)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers the most dramatic views of the Eastern Alps and the jagged peaks of the Dolomites, followed by a scenic descent along the Adriatic coast.
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Cologne Cathedral
Shortly after takeoff from DUS, catch a glimpse of the iconic twin spires of the Kölner Dom to the south.
Lake Constance
A vast view of the Bodensee bordering Germany, Switzerland, and Austria during the climb to cruise altitude.
Eastern Alps
Sweeping panoramas of the snow-capped Austrian Tyrol and high-altitude glaciers.
The Dolomites
Stunning views of the UNESCO World Heritage limestone peaks of Northern Italy, known for their unique vertical walls.
Ancona Harbor
On final approach, the left side typically views the historic port and the elbow-shaped coastline that gives Ancona its name.
Book a window seat on the left for morning flights to keep the sun behind you for better photography. The transition from the flat Rhine-Ruhr area to the massive Alpine wall happens quickly, usually about 35-45 minutes into the flight. Look for the turquoise waters of the Adriatic as you begin the descent over the Venetian Plain.
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Black Forest
Dense evergreen forests of Southwest Germany visible as the flight path heads south towards Switzerland.
Bernese Oberland
Distanced but impressive views of the Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau massifs in the Swiss Alps.
Po Valley
The industrial and agricultural heart of Italy, often seeing the distant skyline of Milan or the winding Po River.
Apennine Mountains
The rugged spine of Italy visible during the descent into the Marche region.
Riviera delle Palme
The long, sandy stretches of the Italian coastline leading down from Rimini toward Ancona.
The right side is ideal for afternoon or sunset flights, as the light hits the Apennine peaks and the Alps with a warm golden glow. While you miss the direct view of the Dolomites, the perspective of the Po Valley provides a sense of the scale of Northern Italy's landscape. Watch for the Conero Regional Park's greenery just south of the airport during landing.
Book Hotels in AnconaDistance: 986 km (613 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 39 min
Departure: DUS (51.289501, 6.766780000000001)
Arrival: AOI (43.616299, 13.3623)
Route Type: International
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