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NCE → FCO
Which side of the plane to sit from Nice-Côte d'Azur Airport (Nice) to Leonardo da Vinci–Fiumicino Airport (Rome)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a front-row seat to the stunning Italian Riviera, the rugged Maritime Alps, and the marble-topped peaks of Tuscany throughout the flight.
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Monaco and Monte Carlo
Visible shortly after takeoff from NCE, providing a clear view of the principality's dense skyline and Port Hercule.
Maritime Alps
Dramatic snow-capped peaks that meet the Mediterranean sea, creating a stunning backdrop to the French and Italian border.
Genoa Harbor
One of the Mediterranean's largest ports, easily identified by the Lanterna lighthouse and sprawling industrial docks.
Apuan Alps & Carrara
The striking white patches on these mountains are actually the world-famous white marble quarries of Carrara.
Tuscan Shoreline
Expansive views of the Versilia coast, including the pine forests of Viareggio and the mouth of the Arno river near Pisa.
Sit in the forward section to avoid wing obstruction of the coastline. Morning flights provide the best lighting on the Italian mountains, while afternoon flights may have glare. Look for the distinct 'leaning' area of Pisa just inland as you pass the Tuscan coast.
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Ligurian Sea
Deep blue expanses of the Mediterranean, often dotted with white ferry wakes traveling between Italy and Corsica.
Cap Corse
On clear days, the northern finger of the island of Corsica is visible as a dark silhouette on the horizon.
Elba Island
The largest island of the Tuscan Archipelago, famous for Napoleon's exile, is visible mid-flight.
Giglio Island
A smaller, rugged island visible as the plane begins its descent towards the Lazio region.
Fiumicino Coast
The approach to FCO offers views of the Tyrrhenian beaches and the mouth of the Tiber River.
Choose the right side if you are flying during sunset for spectacular colors over the open sea. Keep a sharp eye on the horizon for the silhouettes of the Tuscan islands. This side is typically quieter with less bright land-reflected light.
Book Hotels in RomeDistance: 459 km (285 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 46 min
Departure: NCE (43.658401489300005, 7.215869903560001)
Arrival: FCO (41.8002778, 12.2388889)
Route Type: International
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