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MAN → BLQ
Which side of the plane to sit from Manchester Airport (Manchester) to Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport (Bologna)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior panorama of the high Alps, including potential views of Lake Geneva and the Mont Blanc massif, followed by a scenic descent over the Italian Lake District.
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Greater London
On clear southern departures, catch a glimpse of the London skyline and the winding River Thames.
Lake Geneva
Stunning views of the crescent-shaped Lac Léman and the city of Geneva on the far western edge.
Mont Blanc
Unrivaled views of the highest peak in the Alps and the surrounding glaciers.
Italian Lakes
Overlooking Lake Maggiore or Lake Como as the flight crosses the border into Italian airspace.
Apennine Mountains
The rugged foothills of the Northern Apennines visible just south of Bologna during the final approach.
The right side is the 'mountain side' for this route. Aim for an afternoon flight to see the Alps illuminated by the setting sun. Try to sit away from the wing (rows 1-10 or 25+) to have an unobstructed view of the high-altitude glaciers and the dramatic transition from mountains to the Italian plains.
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English Channel
Clear views of the busy shipping lanes and the French coastline near Calais after leaving UK airspace.
Champagne Region
The patchwork of vineyards and rolling hills of the Grand Est region in France.
Swiss Alps
Dramatic views of the Bernese Oberland peaks, including the Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau.
Lake Garda
Distant views of Italy's largest lake and the surrounding pre-Alps during the initial descent.
Po Valley
The flat, fertile plains of Northern Italy leading into the urban sprawl of Bologna.
Sit on the left for the best morning light if traveling early, avoiding direct sun glare. Keep an eye out for the white cliffs of Dover approximately 30 minutes into the flight. During winter, the snow-capped Eastern Alps provide a stark, beautiful contrast against the green Po Valley.
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Get eSIMs for ItalyDistance: 1,389 km (863 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 51 min
Departure: MAN (53.35369873046875, -2.2749500274658203)
Arrival: BLQ (44.5354, 11.2887)
Route Type: International
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