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Our Recommendation
9.2

Left Side of the Plane

The left side provides a front-row seat to the most dramatic peaks of the Alps, from the Julian Alps in Slovenia to the Swiss Glarus Alps, ending with a view of Lake Zurich.

Left Side Highlights
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Triglav & Julian Alps

Slovenia's highest peak and its surrounding limestone giants are visible immediately after takeoff.

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Hohe Tauern Range

The glaciated peaks of the Austrian Alps dominate the southern horizon midway through the flight.

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Glarus Alps

As you enter Swiss airspace, the jagged, snow-dusted ridges of the Glarus region provide a spectacular panorama.

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Lake Zurich

During the final descent, the left side typically looks directly over the sparkling waters of the lake and the city skyline.

Book a window seat on the left for the best morning light on the peaks. The flight is short, so keep your camera ready from the moment the seatbelt sign goes off. Winter offers the most dramatic, snow-covered scenery, but summer provides better visibility of the deep blue Alpine lakes.

Right Side Highlights
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Karawanks Range

Watch the rugged border between Slovenia and Austria slide by shortly after departure.

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Lake Constance

On the horizon to the north, you can see the massive 'Bodensee' where Switzerland, Germany, and Austria meet.

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Swiss Plateau

See the transition from the high mountains to the green, rolling hills and dense villages of northern Switzerland.

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Zürich Airport View

As the plane banks for its final approach, you often get a full layout view of the airport's complex runway system.

The right side is ideal for afternoon flights to avoid the harsh southern sun glare. It provides a great perspective of the transition from the Alps to the flatter Swiss Plateau. Keep an eye out for Lake Constance on the distant right if the sky is clear.

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Route Information

Distance: 470 km (292 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 47 min

Departure: LJU (46.223701, 14.4576)

Arrival: ZRH (47.464699, 8.54917)

Route Type: International

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