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NAP → VCE
Which side of the plane to sit from Naples International Airport (Naples) to Venice Marco Polo Airport (Venice)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side is generally superior for this northbound route, providing an expansive view of the rugged Apennine mountain range and a significantly higher probability of seeing the historic center of Venice and its iconic 'fish' shape during the final approach into Marco Polo Airport.
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Gran Sasso d'Italia
The highest peak in the Apennines, often snow-capped, providing a dramatic backdrop in the Abruzzo region.
San Marino
The world's oldest republic perched atop Mount Titano visible as you approach the Adriatic coast.
Romagna Riviera
The perfectly straight, sandy beaches of Rimini and Riccione stretching along the turquoise Adriatic Sea.
Po River Delta
The complex network of lagoons and wetlands where Italy's longest river meets the sea.
Venice Historic Center
The most coveted view in Italian aviation: the entire island of Venice, the Grand Canal, and the Doge's Palace.
St. Mark's Campanile
A close-up look at the famous bell tower and the Piazza San Marco during the low-altitude turn for landing.
This is the 'money' side for Venice. To maximize your chances of seeing the city, check the wind direction; usually, planes land on Runway 04, which takes you directly past the city on the right. Afternoon flights are best as the sun will be behind you, illuminating the city's orange roofs and the lagoon's blue water perfectly.
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Mount Vesuvius
An immediate view of the massive crater and the ruins of Pompeii during the initial climb from Napoli.
Rome and the Tiber
Panoramic views of the capital city and the winding Tiber river as the flight proceeds north along the Tyrrhenian coast.
Tuscan Landscape
The distinctive rolling hills and vineyards of the Chianti region and the Arno valley near Florence.
Bologna
A clear view of the red-roofed city and the northern foothills of the Apennines.
Venetian Lagoon
The southern islands of the lagoon, including the long barrier islands of Pellestrina and Lido.
The left side is prone to glare during morning flights as the sun is in the east. It is the better side for viewing the Roman coastline and the inland cities of Tuscany. If the flight path takes a more westerly route, you might catch a glimpse of the Tyrrhenian islands like Elba in the distance.
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Get eSIMs for ItalyDistance: 537 km (334 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 54 min
Departure: NAP (40.886002000000005, 14.2908)
Arrival: VCE (45.505299, 12.3519)
Route Type: Domestic
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