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HAJ → CTA
Which side of the plane to sit from Hannover Airport (Hannover) to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (Catania)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior sequence of views starting with the high Central Alps, passing the scenic Tuscan landscape, and concluding with a dramatic descent past the Aeolian Islands and the smoking craters of Mount Etna.
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Harz Mountains
Early flight views of the densely forested low mountain range in Northern Germany.
Central Alpine Glaciers
Spectacular vistas of the highest peaks near the Brenner Pass and the Austrian-Italian border.
Tuscan Hills
The iconic rolling hills and vineyards of central Italy, punctuated by historic hilltop towns.
Aeolian Islands
The volcanic archipelago including the perfectly conical Stromboli, often seen smoking in the Tyrrhenian Sea.
Mount Etna Craters
An unparalleled view of the summit craters and active lava flows of Europe's tallest active volcano.
The right side is the 'volcano side' for this route. For the best experience, try to book a flight that arrives in the late afternoon; the sun will be behind you, illuminating the Alps and the Sicilian coast beautifully. As the plane prepares for landing at CTA, the pilot often follows a path that puts the main craters of Mount Etna directly outside the right-side windows.
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Dolomites & Eastern Alps
Aerial views of the jagged limestone peaks and turquoise lakes of the South Tyrol region.
Adriatic Coastline
The turquoise waters of the Italian east coast stretching from the Po Delta down towards Ancona.
Gran Sasso d'Italia
The highest peak in the Apennine Mountains, often snow-capped well into the spring months.
Strait of Messina
The narrow water passage separating the 'toe' of Italy from the island of Sicily.
Etna's Valle del Bove
The massive horseshoe-shaped caldera on the eastern flank of the volcano during final approach.
Sit on the left if you are traveling during the morning to avoid the direct glare of the sun. This side is also excellent for spotting the rugged coastline of Calabria just before the crossing to Sicily. During the descent into Catania, you'll have a great view of the city itself and the port area if the plane approaches from the south.
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Get eSIMs for ItalyDistance: 1,719 km (1,068 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 18 min
Departure: HAJ (52.461101532, 9.68507957458)
Arrival: CTA (37.466801, 15.0664)
Route Type: International
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