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EMA → CIA
Which side of the plane to sit from East Midlands Airport (East Midlands) to Ciampino–G. B. Pastine International Airport (Rome)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers the most dramatic views, including a potential sighting of Mont Blanc, the stunning Mediterranean coastline of Tuscany, and a classic aerial approach over the Tiber river towards Rome.
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Parisian Horizon
On clear days, the sprawling expanse of Paris and the Eiffel Tower can be spotted in the distance.
Mont Blanc
The highest peak in Western Europe often dominates the skyline as you cross the French-Italian border.
Tuscan Archipelago
Stunning views of the Tyrrhenian Sea, featuring the islands of Elba and Giglio.
Civitavecchia Coastline
The major port of Rome and the sparkling blue waters of the Lazio coast during the descent.
Rome & Vatican City
If landing from the north, look out for St. Peter's Basilica and the Colosseum on the approach path.
Choose a window seat mid-cabin or forward for an unobstructed view of the coast. For evening flights, this side catches the sunset over the Mediterranean, providing spectacular lighting for photos of the Italian shoreline.
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The English Channel
Clear views of the busy shipping lanes and the French coastline near Calais shortly after departure.
Swiss-Italian Alps
Panoramic vistas of the central Alpine range, including the jagged peaks of the Bernese Oberland.
Italian Lake District
Distant but beautiful views of Lake Maggiore and Lake Como as the plane enters Italian airspace.
The Apennines
Flying along the rugged 'spine' of Italy, featuring deep valleys and ancient hilltop villages.
Castelli Romani
Views of the volcanic lakes Nemi and Albano during the final descent into Ciampino.
Sit toward the front to avoid the wing if you want the best shots of the Alps. This side is particularly beautiful during morning flights when the sun illuminates the mountains from the east.
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Get eSIMs for ItalyDistance: 1,609 km (1,000 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 9 min
Departure: EMA (52.8311004639, -1.32806003094)
Arrival: CIA (41.7994, 12.5949)
Route Type: International
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