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MPL → AJA
Which side of the plane to sit from Montpellier-Méditerranée Airport (Montpellier) to Ajaccio-Napoléon Bonaparte Airport (Ajaccio)?
Right Side of the Plane
While both sides offer stunning Mediterranean vistas, the right side provides a superior approach experience into Ajaccio, featuring the iconic Sanguinaires Islands and a better angle of the city's coastal layout.
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Sète & Étang de Thau
The 'Venice of Languedoc' and the massive oyster-producing lagoon seen during the initial climb.
Gulf of Lion
A sweeping view of the deep blue Mediterranean with frequent sights of large ferries and cargo ships.
Îles Sanguinaires
Four distinctive red porphyry islands at the tip of the Gulf of Ajaccio, a highlight of the final approach.
Ajaccio Waterfront
The historic citadel, port, and Napoleon's birthplace nestled against the hills as you touch down.
The right side is unbeatable for the approach into AJA. For sunset flights, this side offers a spectacular view of the sun dipping into the Mediterranean behind the Sanguinaires Islands. Try to book a seat forward of the wing to avoid engine heat haze distorting your photos of the coastline.
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La Grande-Motte
Unique 1960s pyramid architecture and marinas visible immediately after takeoff from MPL.
Salins d'Aigues-Mortes
Vibrant pink salt pans of the Camargue region located just east of the departure path.
Corsican Interior
Views of the high granite peaks of central Corsica, often snow-capped during winter months.
Gulf of Sagone
Crystal clear turquoise waters and deep inlets as the aircraft begins its descent into the island.
Sit on the left for morning flights to see the French coastline illuminated. It is the better side for spotting the Camargue's wild landscapes and the higher peaks of the Corsican mountains in the distance during the mid-flight segment.
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Get eSIMs for FranceDistance: 436 km (271 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 44 min
Departure: MPL (43.57619857788086, 3.96301007270813)
Arrival: AJA (41.92359924316406, 8.8029203414917)
Route Type: Domestic
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