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MRS → PMO
Which side of the plane to sit from Marseille Provence Airport (Marseille) to Falcone–Borsellino Airport (Palermo)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior views of the dramatic Corsican mountain ranges and a spectacular approach past the limestone cliffs of the Sicilian coastline.
Calanques National Park
Famous white limestone cliffs and turquoise fjords stretching from Marseille toward Cassis.
Corsican Alps
Stunning views of the island's interior peaks, including Monte Cinto, which often retains snow until early summer.
Bonifacio Strait
The narrow, windy passage separating Corsica from Sardinia, marked by dramatic white cliffs.
San Vito Lo Capo
The iconic triangular peninsula and white sand beaches of Northwest Sicily visible during descent.
Mount Pellegrino
The massive limestone mountain that dominates the western edge of the Bay of Palermo.
Sit here for the best views of Corsica's mountainous backbone. During the standard approach into PMO (often from the West), the right side provides a breathtaking perspective of the Zingaro Nature Reserve and the Sicilian mountains meeting the sea.
Marseille Coastline
Clear views of the Old Port, the Frioul archipelago, and the Château d'If immediately after takeoff.
Cap Corse
The northernmost 'finger' of Corsica, featuring rugged hills and secluded coastal villages.
Elba and Tuscan Islands
Distant views of the Tuscan Archipelago appearing to the east over the Tyrrhenian Sea.
Ustica Island
A lonely volcanic peak emerging from the sea shortly before the descent into Palermo.
Palermo Cityscape
The historic center and urban sprawl of the Sicilian capital during the final turn to the runway.
For morning flights, the sun is on this side, which can cause glare; choose this side for sunset flights to see the Italian mainland silhouette in the distance. It is generally better for seeing the urban layout of Palermo upon landing.
Distance: 883 km (549 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 28 min
Departure: MRS (43.439271922, 5.22142410278)
Arrival: PMO (38.175999, 13.091)
Route Type: International
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