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PMI → SOF
Which side of the plane to sit from Palma De Mallorca Airport (Palma de Mallorca) to Sofia Airport (Sofia)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a more scenic sequence featuring the rugged northern coast of Mallorca, the dramatic cliffs of Corsica, the central Apennine range in Italy, and the jagged islands of the Adriatic coast.
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Serra de Tramuntana
Aerial views of Mallorca's UNESCO-protected northern mountain range immediately after takeoff.
Corsica Coastline
Dramatic granite cliffs and deep blue bays of the French island's western and northern shores.
Lazio & Rome Vicinity
Views of the Italian coastline and the sprawl of the 'Eternal City' area depending on the specific airway.
Central Apennines
The 'backbone of Italy' featuring snow-capped peaks and deep valleys in the Abruzzo region.
Adriatic Archipelago
A stunning mosaic of Croatian islands and white limestone coastlines before crossing into the Balkans.
Sofia Cityscape
Panoramic views of the Bulgarian capital's residential districts during the final descent.
Choose a window seat forward of the wing for unobstructed views of Corsica. On morning flights, the left side is shaded, providing better conditions for photography without glare. Keep an eye out for the island of Elba shortly after passing Corsica.
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Southern Mallorca Bays
Views of the turquoise waters and white sands of the Es Trenc area during the initial climb.
Tyrrhenian Sea
A vast expanse of cobalt blue water often dotted with large ferries and cruise ships.
Mount Vesuvius
The iconic volcano near Naples is frequently visible to the south on this latitudinal crossing.
Balkan Highlands
Dense forests and rugged hills of North Macedonia and southwestern Bulgaria.
Vitosha Mountain
The massive 2,290m mountain that dominates the southern skyline of Sofia during landing.
Select the right side if you are arriving in the afternoon to see Vitosha Mountain illuminated by the sun. Be aware that the sun will be on this side for most of the flight, so high-quality sunglasses are recommended for spotting landmarks in the Tyrrhenian Sea.
Book Hotels in SofiaDistance: 1,762 km (1,095 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 21 min
Departure: PMI (39.551700592, 2.73881006241)
Arrival: SOF (42.69669342041016, 23.411436080932617)
Route Type: International
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