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NAP → CAG
Which side of the plane to sit from Naples International Airport (Naples) to Cagliari Elmas Airport (Cagliari)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides an unparalleled view of Mount Vesuvius, the Sorrento Peninsula, and the island of Capri during the initial climb out of Naples, followed by a scenic approach over the southern Sardinian coastline.
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Mount Vesuvius
An iconic view of the towering volcano and the ruins of Pompeii shortly after takeoff.
Naples Cityscape
A sprawling view of the historic center and the bustling Port of Naples.
Sorrento Peninsula
Dramatic limestone cliffs and terraced hillsides stretching into the Tyrrhenian Sea.
Island of Capri
Clear views of the Faraglioni rock formations and the rugged coastline of the 'Blue Island'.
Tyrrhenian Blue
The deep azure waters of the Mediterranean as the flight crosses towards Sardinia.
Poetto Beach
The main beach of Cagliari, stretching for miles with its white sand and turquoise water.
For the best photography of Vesuvius and Capri, choose a morning flight to have the sun behind you. Ensure you are seated forward of the wing to avoid engine heat blur during the scenic departure from the Bay of Naples. This side is also superior for spotting the small islands of the Li Galli archipelago if the flight path tracks slightly south.
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The ancient caldera and volcanic craters west of Naples city center.
Ischia and Procida
The larger volcanic islands in the northern part of the Gulf of Naples.
Ponza Archipelago
Small, rocky islands of the Pontine chain visible mid-flight in the distance.
Gennargentu Massif
Sardinia's rugged interior mountains visible as the plane approaches the island.
Stagno di Molentargius
The vast salt pans near Cagliari where pink flamingos are frequently visible from the air.
The right side is excellent for seeing the 'other side' of the Gulf of Naples, including the colorful island of Procida. During the descent into Cagliari Elmas, watch for the geometric patterns of the salt pans and the large flocks of flamingos if the plane approaches from the north or east. Late afternoon flights offer a beautiful golden hour glow over the Sardinian mountains.
Book Hotels in CagliariDistance: 481 km (299 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 48 min
Departure: NAP (40.886002000000005, 14.2908)
Arrival: CAG (39.251499, 9.05428)
Route Type: Domestic
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