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NCL β PSA
Which side of the plane to sit from Newcastle Airport (Newcastle) to Pisa International Airport (Pisa)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior vantage point for witnessing the highest peaks of the Alps, including Mont Blanc, and provides a classic view of the Italian Riviera and the Leaning Tower during the final approach.
Parisian Skyline
On clear days, the sprawl of Paris and the Eiffel Tower can often be spotted to the west as you fly south through France.
Mont Blanc
The highest peak in Western Europe, offering a majestic and jagged snow-capped profile above the clouds.
Italian Riviera
The colorful coastline stretching from Genoa toward La Spezia, featuring the rugged cliffs of the Cinque Terre.
Ligurian Sea
The deep blue Mediterranean waters as the aircraft banks for its final approach into the Arno Valley.
Leaning Tower of Pisa
Frequently visible on the final approach path, look for the white marble of the Piazza dei Miracoli nestled in the city.
The right side is the 'gold standard' for this route. Aim for a seat behind the wing to ensure an unobstructed view of Mont Blanc. For the best chance to see the Leaning Tower, watch closely during the last 5 minutes of flight as the plane descends over the coast and turns inland toward the runway.
Yorkshire Coastline
Dramatic views of the North Sea cliffs and the coastal towns of Whitby and Scarborough shortly after departure.
Ardennes Forest
Dense, rolling green landscapes as the flight crosses over the border regions of France and Belgium.
Swiss Alps Massifs
Panoramic views of the Eiger, MΓΆnch, and Jungfrau peaks as the aircraft transits toward the Italian border.
Po Valley
The vast, fertile plains of Northern Italy, intersected by the winding Po River.
Tuscan Countryside
The iconic rolling hills and vineyards of Tuscany during the final descent into Pisa.
Sit on the left for morning flights to minimize sun glare while viewing the UK coast. It offers a broader view of the central Alpine range, though you may miss the most famous individual peaks. During the winter, the snow-covered Apennines provide a stunning contrast against the Italian plains.
Distance: 1,531 km (951 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 2 min
Departure: NCL (55.037498474121094, -1.6916699409484863)
Arrival: PSA (43.683899, 10.3927)
Route Type: International
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