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LMP → VCE
Which side of the plane to sit from Lampedusa Airport (Lampedusa) to Venice Marco Polo Airport (Venice)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior experience, particularly for the iconic approach into Venice where the historic center and the lagoon are most visible, alongside landmarks of central Sicily and the Italian mainland.
Valley of the Temples
The ancient Greek archaeological site near Agrigento is visible as you cross the southern Sicilian coast.
Mount Etna
Though positioned to the east, the massive silhouette of Europe's most active volcano is often visible across the Sicilian landscape.
Rome & Vatican City
On clear days, the urban sprawl of the Eternal City and the dome of St. Peter's Basilica can be spotted while cruising over central Italy.
Apennine Spine
Spectacular views of the rugged mountain peaks that form the backbone of the Italian peninsula.
Venice Historic Center
Unrivaled views of St. Mark's Square, the Grand Canal, and the Doge's Palace during the final descent into Marco Polo Airport.
Secure a seat on the right for the most famous aerial view in Italy: the Venetian Lagoon. Morning flights are ideal to avoid the glare of the western sun. During the descent, look for the unique 'fish' shape of the city of Venice as the plane lines up with the runway.
Lampedusa Coastline
Dramatic views of the white limestone cliffs and the turquoise waters of Rabbit Beach immediately after takeoff.
Egadi Islands
Aerial perspective of Favignana and the westernmost tip of Sicily near Trapani during the initial climb.
Tuscan Archipelago
Distant views of the island of Elba and the Tyrrhenian coastline as the flight heads north.
Po River Delta
The intricate wetlands and river branches where Italy's longest river meets the Adriatic Sea.
The left side is excellent for catching the rugged beauty of Lampedusa's western coast at departure. If the flight arrives in Venice from the north, this side may also offer a glimpse of the distant snow-capped Dolomites in clear weather.
Distance: 1,113 km (692 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 29 min
Departure: LMP (35.497898, 12.6181)
Arrival: VCE (45.505299, 12.3519)
Route Type: Domestic
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