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KIV → VCE
Which side of the plane to sit from Chişinău International Airport (Chisinau) to Venice Marco Polo Airport (Venice)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers the iconic 'Venice Reveal' during descent, providing a world-class view of the historic city islands and the Venetian Lagoon, alongside the rugged peaks of the Carpathians earlier in the flight.
Carpathian Mountains
Stunning views of the Transylvanian Alps in Romania, including some of the region's highest and most snow-capped peaks.
Făgăraș Mountains
A subset of the Carpathians known as the 'Transylvanian Alps', offering sharp ridges and glacial lakes.
Julian Alps
As you cross into Italy, the limestone peaks of the Julian Alps and the distant Dolomites provide a spectacular backdrop.
Venetian Lagoon
A vast expanse of shallow water dotted with marshes and small islands, visible during the final descent phase.
Historic Venice
If the aircraft approaches from the north or east, the entire fish-shaped main island of Venice, including St. Mark's Square, is visible.
The right side is essential for the classic aerial view of Venice. To see the city, look out during the final 10 minutes of flight. Morning flights are ideal as the sun will be behind you, illuminating the mountains and the city's red-tiled roofs perfectly. If the flight path approaches from the Adriatic, the right side provides the best angle for the 'Grand Canal' view.
Danube River
Visible as it meanders through the Romanian and Serbian borders, creating intricate silver patterns across the landscape.
Dinaric Alps
The rugged, limestone peaks of the Balkans provide a stark, dramatic landscape during the mid-flight cruise.
Istrian Peninsula
As the flight approaches Italy, the jagged coastline of Croatia and the deep blue of the northern Adriatic come into view.
Lido di Venezia
The long, thin barrier island of Lido is visible just before the final turn toward the airport runway.
Chioggia
Known as 'Little Venice', this island city at the southern end of the lagoon is often visible during the descent.
Choose the left side for better views of the Balkan coastline and the deep blue Adriatic Sea. For evening flights, this side avoids the direct glare of the setting sun, making it easier to spot the lights of coastal towns. Watch for the Po Delta's intricate river branches as you enter Italian airspace.
Distance: 1,283 km (797 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 43 min
Departure: KIV (46.92770004272461, 28.93099975585937)
Arrival: VCE (45.505299, 12.3519)
Route Type: International
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