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LUG → GVA
Which side of the plane to sit from Lugano Airport (Lugano) to Geneva Cointrin International Airport (Geneva)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a front-row seat to the most iconic peaks of the Pennine Alps, including the Matterhorn, and culminates with a spectacular view of the Mont Blanc massif during the descent into Geneva.
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Lake Lugano & San Salvatore
Aerial view of the lake's intricate shape and the iconic 'Sugarloaf' mountain of Switzerland immediately after takeoff.
The Matterhorn
The world-famous pyramid peak is clearly visible to the south as the flight cruises over the Valais region.
Monte Rosa Massif
Home to the Dufourspitze, Switzerland's highest point, and massive sprawling glaciers.
Mont Blanc Massif
Europe's highest mountain dominates the left-side window during the final descent into the Geneva basin.
Chablais Alps
The rugged French alpine terrain lining the southern shore of Lake Geneva.
Sit on the left for the best orientation toward the High Alps. For the most dramatic lighting on the Matterhorn's north and east faces, choose a morning flight. Keep your camera ready about 15-20 minutes into the flight for the best mountain panoramas.
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Rhone Valley
A deep, dramatic glacial valley featuring the winding Rhone River and Swiss alpine villages.
Bernese Oberland
Distant but impressive views of the Aletsch Glacier and the Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau peaks to the north.
Lavaux Vineyards
UNESCO-listed terraced vineyards that cascade down steep slopes into Lake Geneva near Montreux.
Lausanne & Swiss Riviera
Detailed views of the Olympic capital and the northern shoreline as the aircraft aligns with Geneva.
Jet d'Eau
If the flight approaches GVA from the northeast, you can spot Geneva's famous 140-meter tall water fountain.
The right side is ideal for seeing the 'Swiss Riviera' and the northern lake cities. In the afternoon, the sun will be behind you, providing excellent, glare-free lighting for photos of the Lavaux vineyards and the Bernese Alps in the distance.
Book Hotels in GenevaDistance: 217 km (135 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 22 min
Departure: LUG (46.00429916379999, 8.9105796814)
Arrival: GVA (46.23809814453125, 6.108950138092041)
Route Type: Domestic
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