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ORY → BLQ
Which side of the plane to sit from Paris-Orly Airport (Paris) to Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport (Bologna)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a superior vantage point for viewing the crescent-shaped Lake Geneva and the highest peaks of the northern Alps, including Mont Blanc, on typical flight corridors.
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Paris Outskirts
View the southern residential districts and the Seine river winding away from the capital shortly after takeoff.
Burgundy Region
The patchwork quilt of world-famous vineyards and rolling hills in eastern France.
Jura Mountains
The dramatic limestone ridges and plateaus that form the natural border between France and Switzerland.
Lake Geneva
A stunning view of the massive blue lake, with the city of Geneva often visible at its western tip.
Mont Blanc
The highest peak in Western Europe, often visible in spectacular detail as you cross the Alpine chain.
Lombardy Skyline
A distant look at the skyscrapers of Milan and the dense urban clusters of northern Italy.
Sit on the left for the best Alpine panoramas. On morning flights, this side is shaded, which is ideal for photography without glare. Look for Lake Geneva roughly 40-50 minutes into the flight. If the approach to Bologna is from the north, you may also see the Po River winding through the plains.
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Massif Central
Distant views of the ancient volcanic ranges and high plateaus of central France.
Southern French Alps
The rugged, rocky peaks of the Vanoise and Ecrins National Parks.
Turin
The industrial and cultural hub of Piedmont, located where the Alps meet the Po Valley.
The Apennines
The long mountain range forming the spine of Italy, which you will cross just before descending into Bologna.
Bologna Architecture
During the final descent, catch the iconic terracotta-colored roofs and medieval towers of the city center.
The right side is perfect for late afternoon flights to enjoy a sunset over the Alpine horizon. It offers a great perspective of the transition from the high mountains to the flat Po Valley. During winter, the snow-covered southern Alps provide a high-contrast, dramatic landscape.
Book Hotels in BolognaDistance: 824 km (512 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 22 min
Departure: ORY (48.7233333, 2.3794444)
Arrival: BLQ (44.5354, 11.2887)
Route Type: International
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