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NTE → CLY
Which side of the plane to sit from Nantes Atlantique Airport (Nantes) to Calvi-Sainte-Catherine Airport (Calvi)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior perspective of the Atlantic coast initially, followed by a dramatic approach into Calvi Bay, featuring the historic Citadel and the rugged Corsican mountains.
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Vendée Coastline
Striking views of the Atlantic beaches and the salt marshes of the Marais Poitevin after takeoff.
Cévennes National Park
Fly over the deep valleys and rugged plateaus of this UNESCO World Heritage site.
Montpellier & Coast
The sparkling Mediterranean shoreline and the lagoons of the Languedoc region.
Calvi Citadel
A world-class view of the 13th-century Genoese fortress perched on a rocky promontory.
Monte Cinto
View the highest peak in Corsica as the aircraft banks for its final approach into CLY airport.
The right side is essential for the iconic 'Circle to Land' approach into Calvi. For the best photography of the Citadel, book a late afternoon flight when the sun illuminates the stone walls. Sit behind the wing to ensure an unobstructed view of the bay and the surrounding granite mountains.
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Aerial views of the winding Loire River and its historic estates shortly after departure from Nantes.
Massif Central
A clear view of the Chaîne des Puys, a chain of dormant volcanoes including the iconic Puy de Dôme.
French Alps
On clear days, the distant snow-capped peaks of the Southern Alps are visible to the east.
Cap Corse
The northernmost tip of Corsica appears as a rugged finger of land during the initial descent.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid direct sun glare. Look out for the volcanic craters of Auvergne roughly 25-30 minutes into the flight. During the descent, keep an eye out for the Agriates Desert's wild coastline.
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Get eSIMs for FranceDistance: 967 km (601 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 37 min
Departure: NTE (47.15319824220001, -1.61073005199)
Arrival: CLY (42.52444439999999, 8.793055599999999)
Route Type: Domestic
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