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FCO → ICN
Which side of the plane to sit from Leonardo da Vinci–Fiumicino Airport (Rome) to Incheon International Airport (Seoul)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior sequence of coastal vistas over the Adriatic, the dramatic peaks of the Caucasus, and the industrial hub of the Bohai Sea before the final approach over the Yellow Sea.
Adriatic Coastline
Stunning views of the Italian 'boot' and the turquoise waters bordering the Croatian islands shortly after takeoff.
Caucasus Mountains
Breathtaking views of Mount Elbrus and the jagged, snow-capped peaks separating Europe and Asia.
Caspian Sea
Crossing the world's largest inland sea, showing the unique oil rigs and turquoise coastal shallows near Baku.
Kunlun Mountains
The northern edge of the Tibetan Plateau provides a dramatic backdrop of high-altitude desert and mountains.
Incheon Grand Bridge
A spectacular view of one of the world's longest cable-stayed bridges during the final descent into ICN.
The Right Side is preferred for the 'money shots' of the Caucasus and the coastal approach into Seoul. For early morning arrivals, expect a beautiful sunrise over the Yellow Sea. Keep your window shade down during the middle of the flight to avoid the intense sun over the Kazakh desert.
The Balkan Alps
Distant views of the rugged Dinaric Alps as the flight crosses over the Adriatic Sea toward Eastern Europe.
Crimean Peninsula
Aerial perspective of the northern Black Sea coastline and the unique geography of the Sea of Azov.
Kazakh Steppe
A massive expanse of golden and green grasslands stretching across the horizon of Central Asia.
Gobi Desert
The vast, desolate beauty of the Mongolian desert with its shifting sands and ancient rock formations.
Beijing Skyline
On clear nights, the sprawling light grid of the Chinese capital is visible just north of the flight path.
This side is ideal for travelers who enjoy vast, open landscapes and desert patterns. Since this is an eastbound flight, the sun will be on the right side during the day, meaning the left side offers more consistent lighting without glare for photography of the Central Asian steppes.
Distance: 8,966 km (5,571 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 10 hrs 33 min
Departure: FCO (41.8002778, 12.2388889)
Arrival: ICN (37.46910095214844, 126.45099639892578)
Route Type: International
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