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FLR → FCO
Which side of the plane to sit from Peretola Airport (Florence) to Leonardo da Vinci–Fiumicino Airport (Rome)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers the most prestigious views of the historic Florence skyline upon departure and a dramatic perspective of the Umbrian and Lazio landscapes, often including a glimpse of Rome's urban core during the descent.
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Florence City Center
Unmatched views of the Duomo, Palazzo Vecchio, and the Arno River immediately after takeoff from FLR.
Chianti Region
Aerial patterns of vineyards and olive groves stretching across the iconic rolling hills of central Tuscany.
Lake Trasimeno
The fourth largest lake in Italy, shimmering on the border between the Tuscany and Umbria regions.
Orvieto
The stunning Duomo and the city perched precariously on a high volcanic tufa cliff.
Metropolitan Rome
On the standard STAR approach, you can often see St. Peter's Basilica and the Tiber River to the east.
Sit on the left for the 'Firenze' departure experience. Aim for a morning flight (08:00–10:00) when the sun is behind you, perfectly lighting the Florence Cathedral. In autumn, the morning mist in the valleys between Florence and Rome creates a magical 'floating hill' effect.
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Lake Bolsena
A deep, circular volcanic lake featuring the picturesque islands of Bisentina and Martana.
Monte Amiata
The highest peak in southern Tuscany, a former volcano that dominates the horizon to the west.
Tyrrhenian Coastline
Views of the Maremma coast and the distant silhouette of the Tuscan Archipelago islands like Giglio.
Civitavecchia Port
Rome's primary maritime hub, often filled with massive cruise ships and Mediterranean ferries.
The right side is ideal for late afternoon or sunset flights; the sun setting over the Tyrrhenian Sea provides a golden glow over the volcanic lakes. It is also the better side for viewing the coastal approach if the wind dictates a landing from the north (Runway 16).
Book Hotels in RomeDistance: 239 km (149 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 24 min
Departure: FLR (43.810001, 11.2051)
Arrival: FCO (41.8002778, 12.2388889)
Route Type: Domestic
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