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NCE → VIE
Which side of the plane to sit from Nice-Côte d'Azur Airport (Nice) to Vienna International Airport (Vienna)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a superior panorama of the high Alpine chain, including the rugged Mercantour peaks and the stunning transition from the Mediterranean coast to the snow-capped Austrian Central Alps.
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Mercantour National Park
Breathtaking views of the French Southern Alps immediately after the initial climb from Nice.
Lake Garda
Italy's largest lake is often visible in the distance as the flight crosses Northern Italy.
Grossglockner Range
Spectacular views of Austria's highest peaks and glaciers during the mid-flight cruise phase.
Melk Abbey
The massive yellow Benedictine abbey overlooking the Danube is a landmark during the descent.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid direct sun glare. Ensure you look out the window within the first 10 minutes of takeoff to see the dramatic rise of the Alps from the sea. In winter, the snow-covered Austrian peaks are particularly vibrant under clear skies.
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Ligurian Coastline
Exceptional views of the Italian Riviera and the Gulf of Genoa shortly after departure.
Port of Genoa
One of the largest Mediterranean ports is visible as the plane turns northeast over Italy.
The Dolomites
The jagged, pale limestone peaks of the Italian Dolomites offer a unique geological contrast.
Lake Neusiedl
The vast, shallow steppe lake and surrounding vineyards on the approach to Vienna Airport.
The right side is ideal for evening flights to catch the sunset over the Mediterranean and the Po Valley. Watch for the distinctive 'pale mountains' of the Dolomites mid-flight. During the final approach into VIE, this side often sees the historic wind farms of Lower Austria.
Book Hotels in ViennaDistance: 876 km (544 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 28 min
Departure: NCE (43.658401489300005, 7.215869903560001)
Arrival: VIE (48.110298156738, 16.569700241089002)
Route Type: International
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