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EVN → FCO
Which side of the plane to sit from Zvartnots International Airport (Yerevan) to Leonardo da Vinci–Fiumicino Airport (Rome)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side is the clear winner for this route primarily due to the spectacular, close-up view of Mount Ararat shortly after takeoff from Yerevan, followed by stunning Mediterranean coastal views.
Mount Ararat
The legendary twin-peaked mountain dominates the horizon to the south immediately after departure from EVN.
Taurus Mountains
The rugged, snow-dusted limestone peaks of southern Turkey provide a dramatic landscape for the first half of the flight.
Ionian Islands
Crystal clear turquoise waters and the coastline of western Greek islands like Corfu or Cephalonia.
Gulf of Taranto
The 'arch' of the Italian boot comes into view as the flight crosses the Mediterranean into Italian airspace.
Lazio Coastline
Sweeping views of the Tyrrhenian Sea and the coastal towns of Lido di Ostia during the final descent.
Book a window seat on the left for the most iconic view of Mount Ararat; this happens within the first 5-10 minutes of flight. Morning flights are ideal as the sun illuminates the northern face of the mountain. For the landing in Rome, the left side typically faces the sea, offering a serene view of the water as you descend into FCO.
Mount Aragats
Armenia's highest point, a four-peaked volcano massif, is visible to the north right after takeoff.
Bosphorus Strait
Depending on the specific airway, you may catch a distant view of the lights and bridges of Istanbul.
Balkan Mountains
The flight path often traverses the mountainous regions of Bulgaria and Montenegro.
Adriatic Sea
A beautiful crossing over the deep blue waters separating the Balkans from the Italian peninsula.
Rome and the Vatican
If the aircraft approaches FCO from the north (Runway 16L/R), the right side offers views of the city center.
The right side is better for seeing the city of Rome itself if the wind dictates a northern approach. It also provides better views of the rugged Balkan interior. Keep an eye out for Mount Aragats immediately after leaving Yerevan. Sunset flights provide beautiful golden-hour light over the Adriatic Sea when looking north.
Distance: 2,690 km (1,671 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 35 min
Departure: EVN (40.1473007202, 44.3959007263)
Arrival: FCO (41.8002778, 12.2388889)
Route Type: International
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