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MAN → CTA
Which side of the plane to sit from Manchester Airport (Manchester) to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (Catania)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior sequence of iconic landmarks, including the high peaks of the French Alps, the Tyrrhenian coastline, Rome, and the spectacular volcanic islands north of Sicily.
English Channel
Clear views of the crossing from the UK to France, often spotting the White Cliffs of Dover in the distance.
Mont Blanc
As you traverse the Alps, the highest peak in Europe is frequently visible to the right of the flight path.
Rome & The Vatican
On clear days, the Italian capital and the distinctive dome of St. Peter's Basilica are visible as you fly south.
Mount Vesuvius
A perfect aerial perspective of the cone of Vesuvius and the densely populated Bay of Naples.
Aeolian Islands
The volcanic islands of Lipari and the active smoking cone of Stromboli emerge from the Tyrrhenian Sea shortly before reaching Sicily.
The right side is the 'volcano side' of the flight, offering views of Vesuvius and Stromboli. To avoid the sun's glare while flying south, an afternoon or evening flight is best for this side. Keep your camera ready as you pass the Italian coast for views of Elba and the Tuscan archipelago.
Manchester & Peak District
Aerial views of the North West of England and the rolling hills of the Peak District shortly after takeoff.
Swiss Alps
Stunning vistas of the snow-capped Bernese Oberland and central Swiss peaks as you cross into Italy.
Milan & Lombardy
The sprawling metropolitan area of Milan and the distant glint of Lake Como to the northeast.
Mount Etna
On the final approach into Catania, the left side often provides a close-up, dramatic view of Europe's most active volcano.
Sit on the left for a high-altitude view of the Swiss Alps and the best chance of seeing Mount Etna's smoking craters during the descent, especially if the aircraft approaches from the north and turns east for landing. Morning flights avoid direct glare on this side.
Distance: 2,213 km (1,375 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 57 min
Departure: MAN (53.35369873046875, -2.2749500274658203)
Arrival: CTA (37.466801, 15.0664)
Route Type: International
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