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LIN → CAG
Which side of the plane to sit from Milano Linate Airport (Milan) to Cagliari Elmas Airport (Cagliari)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides a superior view of the dramatic western coastline of Corsica, the breathtaking white cliffs of Bonifacio, and a panoramic sweep of the Gulf of Cagliari during the final approach.
Ligurian Riviera
Stunning views of the Italian coast near Genoa and the transition into the open Mediterranean Sea.
Corsican High Peaks
Sightlines toward the rugged, often snow-capped central mountains of Corsica, including Monte Cinto.
Strait of Bonifacio
The iconic white limestone cliffs and the narrow maritime channel separating Corsica from Sardinia.
Castelsardo Coast
The picturesque medieval town and the rocky northern coastline of Sardinia come into view after crossing the strait.
Sardinian Highlands
A look over the wild, scrub-covered hills and rocky outcrops of the Sardinian interior during the descent.
Cagliari Waterfront
A direct view of the industrial port, the historic Castello district, and the city center during the landing sequence.
The right side is ideal for afternoon or evening flights, offering spectacular sunsets over the Mediterranean. This side provides the most dramatic views of the Bonifacio cliffs, which are a geographic highlight of the flight. During the final approach, you'll have an excellent perspective of the city of Cagliari itself as the plane banks toward the runway.
Milan Cityscape
Aerial views of the urban sprawl of Milan and the expansive Po Valley shortly after departure from Linate.
Apennine Mountains
A crossing over the rugged northern mountain range separating Lombardy from the Mediterranean coastline.
Elba Island
The largest island of the Tuscan Archipelago is often visible to the east while flying over the Tyrrhenian Sea.
Eastern Corsica
Views of the vast coastal lagoons and the flatter, greener eastern plains of the French island.
Tavolara Island
A massive, 500-meter-high limestone monolith rising sharply from the sea off the northeast coast of Sardinia.
Molentargius Salt Pans
Vibrant salt evaporation ponds located just before the runway, famous for their resident pink flamingo colonies.
Choose this side for morning flights to avoid direct sunlight. It offers better views of the Tuscan islands and the high peaks of the Sardinian interior. Keep your eyes peeled for the distinctive pink hue of the salt pans during the final seconds of the descent, which are a signature sight for this route.
Distance: 689 km (428 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 9 min
Departure: LIN (45.445099, 9.27674)
Arrival: CAG (39.251499, 9.05428)
Route Type: Domestic
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