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GYD → FCO
Which side of the plane to sit from Heydar Aliyev International Airport (Baku) to Leonardo da Vinci–Fiumicino Airport (Rome)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a spectacular vantage point of the snow-capped Greater Caucasus Mountains immediately after departure, followed by the stunning transition from the Black Sea to the Bosphorus and a high-probability view of Rome's historic center during the final approach.
Greater Caucasus Peaks
Stunning views of the highest peaks in Europe, including Mount Elbrus, visible shortly after takeoff from Baku.
Black Sea Coast
The lush, green coastline of northern Turkey meeting the vast dark waters of the Black Sea.
The Bosphorus
The iconic waterway dividing Europe and Asia, with a bird's-eye view of Istanbul's sprawling bridges and dense urban fabric.
Adriatic Sea Crossing
Crystal clear views of the turquoise waters separating the Balkan Peninsula from the Italian boot.
Rome Cityscape
On many approaches to Fiumicino, the right side provides a breathtaking view of the Colosseum, Vatican, and the Tiber River.
Choose the right side for the most dramatic mountain photography early in the flight. For the best views of Istanbul and the Bosphorus, midday flights offer the best overhead lighting. During the descent into Rome, keep your camera ready as the plane often banks over the city, offering a perfect angle of the historic center and St. Peter's Basilica.
Caspian Sea Departure
Aerial views of the Absheron Peninsula and the deep blue waters of the Caspian Sea receding as the plane turns west.
Lesser Caucasus
The rugged, rolling terrain of the Lesser Caucasus mountain range stretching across western Azerbaijan and Georgia.
Lake Tuz
One of the world's largest hyper-saline lakes in Central Anatolia, appearing as a bright white or pinkish expanse.
Aegean Archipelago
A scattered mosaic of Greek islands and deep azure waters as the flight path crosses from Turkey towards the Balkans.
Southern Apennines
The spine of Italy comes into view with limestone peaks and deep green valleys as you cross the Italian coast.
Sit on the left for softer lighting during northbound-turning afternoon flights to avoid the direct glare of the southern sun. This side is superior for observing the salt flats of central Turkey and the intricate coastlines of the Greek Peloponnese. Look out for Mount Ararat in the far distance if the flight path stays southerly.
Distance: 3,144 km (1,954 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 42 min
Departure: GYD (40.46749877929688, 50.04669952392578)
Arrival: FCO (41.8002778, 12.2388889)
Route Type: International
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