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KRK → BGY
Which side of the plane to sit from Kraków John Paul II International Airport (Krakow) to Il Caravaggio International Airport (Bergamo)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior panorama of the High Tatra Mountains shortly after takeoff and an unparalleled view of Lake Garda during the descent into Bergamo.
High Tatra Mountains
The highest range of the Carpathians, featuring jagged granite peaks like Gerlachovský štít visible shortly after departure from Kraków.
Vienna & Danube Basin
As the flight crosses into Austria, you can often spot the sprawling outskirts of Vienna and the winding Danube River to the south.
Austrian Alps Panorama
A vast expanse of snow-capped peaks spanning the Eastern Alps as the aircraft traverses Austrian airspace.
Lake Garda
Italy's largest lake is the star attraction on the left side during the descent, showcasing its narrow northern fjord and wide southern basin.
Brescia
Just before landing, the city of Brescia and the surrounding Lombardy plains are visible as the plane lines up for the BGY runway.
Book a window seat ahead of the wing to avoid engine heat haze. For morning flights, this side will be shaded, providing better lighting for photography of the Alps and Lake Garda. Keep your camera ready about 20 minutes before landing for the best lake views.
Beskid Mountains
Lush, forested hills of southern Poland and northern Slovakia visible immediately after clearing the Kraków area.
Hohe Tauern Range
Home to the Grossglockner, Austria's highest peak, visible in the distance as you fly over the central Alpine ridge.
Lake Iseo
A smaller, picturesque gem nestled between the mountains, featuring the large island of Monte Isola.
Orobic Alps
The rugged mountains immediately north of Bergamo, which provide a dramatic backdrop during the final approach.
Bergamo Città Alta
On final approach to Runway 28, the historic walled upper city of Bergamo often appears beautifully perched on the hill.
The right side is ideal for catching the sunset on evening flights. It also offers the best view of the historic 'Città Alta' of Bergamo if the plane approaches from the east. Note that summer afternoon flights may experience glare from the sun on this side.
Distance: 896 km (557 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 30 min
Departure: KRK (50.077702, 19.7848)
Arrival: BGY (45.673901, 9.70417)
Route Type: International
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