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GVA → AJA
Which side of the plane to sit from Geneva Cointrin International Airport (Geneva) to Ajaccio-Napoléon Bonaparte Airport (Ajaccio)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a front-row seat to the Mont Blanc massif and the highest peaks of the Alps, followed by an incredible sweep of the French Riviera coastline before reaching Corsica.
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Mont Blanc Massif
Just minutes after takeoff, the highest peak in Europe dominates the horizon to the East.
High Alps Peaks
Panoramic views of the snow-capped summits of the Savoie and Isère regions.
The French Riviera
Aerial views of the Côte d'Azur, including the luxury harbors of Nice and Monaco.
Mediterranean Crossing
Deep blue waters punctuated by white boat wakes during the short sea transit.
Northern Corsica
Visual of the 'Cap Corse' peninsula as the flight turns toward the Ajaccio approach.
Book a morning flight to have the sun behind you, illuminating the Alps and the Riviera with crisp, clear light. If departing from Runway 22, the turn south will place Mont Blanc directly in your window.
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Geneva Jet d'Eau
A quick view of the city's famous fountain and the Rhône river exit if taking off toward the west.
Vercors Limestone
The dramatic plateau and vertical cliffs of the Vercors Regional Natural Park.
Marseille & Calanques
The sprawling port of Marseille and the stunning white limestone inlets of the Calanques National Park.
Scandola Nature Reserve
Red volcanic cliffs and jagged coastlines of Western Corsica, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Gulf of Ajaccio
A beautiful sweep of the bay as the aircraft aligns for the final landing at Napoléon Bonaparte Airport.
The right side is excellent for afternoon flights, as the setting sun highlights the red granite of the Corsican west coast. Watch for the change in water color from deep navy to bright turquoise as you cross the shoreline.
Book Hotels in AjaccioDistance: 526 km (327 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 53 min
Departure: GVA (46.23809814453125, 6.108950138092041)
Arrival: AJA (41.92359924316406, 8.8029203414917)
Route Type: International
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