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LIL → AJA
Which side of the plane to sit from Lille-Lesquin Airport (Lille) to Ajaccio-Napoléon Bonaparte Airport (Ajaccio)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the rugged volcanic landscapes of Central France and the breathtaking coastal descent into Ajaccio, featuring the red cliffs of Scandola.
Massif Central
Fly over the Chaîne des Puys, a series of dormant volcanic domes and craters in central France.
Lyon and the Rhône
Clear views of France's third-largest city and the winding Rhône River valley cutting through the landscape.
Mediterranean Entry
Transition from mainland France to the deep blue sea, often passing near the wild wetlands of the Camargue.
Scandola Nature Reserve
Stunning red granite cliffs and turquoise waters of this UNESCO site visible during the approach to Ajaccio.
Gulf of Ajaccio
A final sweep over the Sanguinaires Islands and the white sand beaches as the plane aligns with the runway.
The right side is unbeatable for the approach into Ajaccio. Book an afternoon flight to see the sunset reflecting off the Mediterranean and the red rocks of the Corsican coast. Watch for the distinctive volcanic peaks of the Puy de Dôme midway through the flight.
Champagne Vineyards
Expansive views of the neatly rowed vineyards in the Grand Est region shortly after takeoff.
The French Alps
On clear days, see the distant snow-capped peaks of the Alps and the majestic Mont Blanc to the east.
French Riviera
A high-altitude glimpse of the shimmering blue coastline near Nice and Cannes before the sea crossing.
Cap Corse
View the narrow northern peninsula of Corsica as the aircraft begins its descent into the island's airspace.
Sit on the left for morning flights to see the sun illuminating the Alps. Keep your camera ready about 40 minutes into the flight for the best mountain panoramas. During descent, look for the 'finger' of Corsica pointing north.
Distance: 1,056 km (656 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 24 min
Departure: LIL (50.563332, 3.086886)
Arrival: AJA (41.92359924316406, 8.8029203414917)
Route Type: Domestic
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