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LIN → FCO
Which side of the plane to sit from Milano Linate Airport (Milan) to Leonardo da Vinci–Fiumicino Airport (Rome)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior panoramic view of the Italian interior, including the rolling hills of Tuscany, the Apennine ridge, and a spectacular aerial view of Rome's historic center during the descent into Fiumicino.
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Po Valley
An extensive agricultural grid and urban centers like Piacenza and Parma visible shortly after takeoff.
Apennine Range
Dramatic views of the mountain spine dividing Italy, often snow-capped during winter and spring.
Tuscan Interior
Glimpses of the rolling hills of Tuscany and the outskirts of Florence and Arezzo.
Lake Trasimeno
The shimmering blue expanse of Italy's fourth-largest lake located in the heart of Umbria.
Rome Cityscape
Iconic views of St. Peter's Basilica, the Colosseum, and the Tiber river during the final approach phase.
Choose a morning flight to have the sun behind the plane, which provides the best lighting for photography of the mountains. Keep a keen eye out during the final 10 minutes; if the aircraft approaches from the North, this side offers the classic postcard view of Rome's historic center.
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Tyrrhenian Coast
The long sandy beaches of the Versilia region and the Maremma coastline.
Tuscan Archipelago
Excellent aerial views of Elba Island and the smaller Giglio and Giannutri islands.
Lake Bolsena
A perfectly circular volcanic lake, the largest of its kind in Europe, situated in northern Lazio.
Civitavecchia Port
The bustling gateway to Rome, often filled with massive cruise ships and ferries.
Fiumicino Coastline
Dramatic views of the Tyrrhenian Sea and the mouth of the Tiber delta during final landing.
Afternoon flights are ideal for the right side to capture the golden hour over the sea. This side is superior if you prefer coastal landscapes and island spotting. Watch for the distinctive peninsula shape of Mount Argentario as you transition from Tuscany into the Lazio region.
Book Hotels in RomeDistance: 470 km (292 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 47 min
Departure: LIN (45.445099, 9.27674)
Arrival: FCO (41.8002778, 12.2388889)
Route Type: Domestic
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