Departing to the north typically offers breathtaking views of the Monte Rosa massif and the shimmering waters of Lake Maggiore on the left side.
The right side offers a superior vantage point for the dramatic Italian coastline, the Tyrrhenian islands, and the breathtaking approach into Calabria over the sea.
The left side is superior as it tracks the spectacular Croatian coastline and offers a bird's-eye view of Venice and the Dinaric Alps.
The left side provides a more dramatic perspective of the high Swiss Alps immediately after takeoff and benefits from the best lighting during afternoon and evening flights.
The left side offers the most dramatic views of the high Alpine peaks, including a potential close-up of Mont Blanc, and better odds of seeing the Paris city center on approach.
The left side offers a superior mix of the Italian coastline, the dense archipelagos of the Aegean, and most importantly, the iconic approach into Beirut with views of the city skyline against the backdrop of Mount Lebanon.
The left side offers a superior view of the massive Monte Rosa massif and Lake Maggiore immediately after takeoff, followed by a crossing over Lake Constance and the rolling landscapes of Bavaria.
The right side offers a superior perspective of the high Alpine peaks, including potential views of Mont Blanc and the sprawling shores of Lake Geneva, followed by the lush Loire Valley.
The left side offers an unparalleled perspective of the Monte Rosa massif immediately after takeoff and a stunning aerial view of the Rhine Valley as you descend into Germany.
The left side provides a more diverse panorama, featuring the rugged Balkan coastline, the Pindus mountain range, and a superior view of Mykonos Town during the standard approach.
The left side offers a superior panoramic view of the highest glaciated peaks of the Alps and follows the scenic corridor of the Rhine river valley as you head north.
The Left Side is superior for catching the spectacular sunrise over the Indian Ocean and provides the most iconic views of the northern islets of Mauritius during the standard approach into Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport.
The Right Side is generally superior as it tracks closer to the dramatic coastlines of Liguria and provides a comprehensive view of the rugged, mountainous spine of Corsica.