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OLB → CGN
Which side of the plane to sit from Olbia Costa Smeralda Airport (Olbia) to Cologne Bonn Airport (Cologne)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior views of the Sardinian coastline at takeoff and a more direct view of the scenic Rhine Valley and Siebengebirge hills during the final approach into Cologne/Bonn.
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Gulf of Olbia
Vibrant turquoise waters and the prominent island of Tavolara during the initial climb.
Tuscan Archipelago
Views of the island of Elba and the Italian mainland coast in the distance.
Central Alps
Stunning vistas of snow-capped ridges and deep alpine valleys between Switzerland and Germany.
Lake Constance
The massive expanse of the Bodensee bordering Switzerland, Germany, and Austria.
Rhine Valley
The winding Rhine river featuring numerous historic towns and hilltop castles during descent.
Siebengebirge
The volcanic Seven Mountains range, including the famous Drachenfels, shortly before landing.
The right side is ideal for morning flights to enjoy the sunrise over the Tyrrhenian Sea. During the descent into CGN, this side typically provides the best view of the Rhine river and the city of Bonn. Watch for the Siebengebirge hills about 10-15 minutes before landing for some of the best scenery of the flight.
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Costa Smeralda
Rugged granite cliffs and hidden coves of Northern Sardinia shortly after takeoff.
Corsican Interior
Dramatic views of Monte Cinto and the mountainous spine of Corsica.
Ligurian Sea
Expansive blue waters as the plane leaves the Mediterranean islands behind.
Swiss Alps
Breathtaking perspectives of high-altitude glaciers and the Bernese Oberland peaks.
Black Forest
Deep green canopy of the Schwarzwald region in southwestern Germany.
Sit on the left for softer lighting during late afternoon flights to avoid direct glare. Keep an eye out for the distinctive peaks of the Swiss Alps roughly 45 to 60 minutes into the flight. If the approach to CGN is from the north, you may catch a distant view of the Cologne Cathedral.
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Get eSIMs for GermanyDistance: 1,123 km (698 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 30 min
Departure: OLB (40.898701, 9.51763)
Arrival: CGN (50.8658981323, 7.1427397728)
Route Type: International
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