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FCO → SKP
Which side of the plane to sit from Leonardo da Vinci–Fiumicino Airport (Rome) to Skopje Alexander the Great Airport (Skopje)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers superior views of the highest peaks in the Italian Apennines and the dramatic, jagged karst topography of the northern Balkan ranges.
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Rome Metropolitan Area
Aerial views of the Eternal City's outskirts and the winding Tiber River shortly after takeoff.
Gran Sasso d'Italia
The highest massif in the Apennines, featuring the Corno Grande peak and high-altitude limestone plateaus.
Adriatic Crossing
Deep blue waters of the Adriatic Sea often dotted with cargo ships and tankers heading toward Venice.
Prokletije Mountains
Also known as the Accursed Mountains, these offer spectacular views of sharp ridges along the Albanian border.
Šar Mountains
Impressive alpine scenery marking the transition into North Macedonian airspace before the final descent.
Sit on the left side for morning flights to avoid direct sun glare from the south. This side is also prime for viewing the snow-capped peaks of the Balkans during winter and early spring. During the descent, keep your camera ready for the steep mountain ridges that surround the Skopje valley.
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Roman Coastline
Immediate views of the Tyrrhenian Sea and the sprawling beaches of Ostia and Fiumicino upon departure.
Majella National Park
A massive limestone massif in Italy known for its vast wilderness and deep canyons.
Gargano Peninsula
The distinctive 'spur' of the Italian boot visible on the southern horizon over the Adriatic.
Central Albania
Views of the rolling hills and agricultural heartlands near the capital city of Tirana.
Lake Ohrid
Depending on the flight path, you may spot the shimmering waters of this ancient UNESCO World Heritage lake to the south.
The right side is ideal for late afternoon or evening flights, as it captures the golden hour light reflecting off the Adriatic Sea. If the flight path tracks slightly further south, this side provides the best chance to see Lake Ohrid. Look for the distinctive circular coastline of the Gargano Peninsula mid-flight.
Book Hotels in SkopjeDistance: 777 km (483 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 18 min
Departure: FCO (41.8002778, 12.2388889)
Arrival: SKP (41.961601, 21.621401)
Route Type: International
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