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PMO → BOD
Which side of the plane to sit from Falcone–Borsellino Airport (Palermo) to Bordeaux-Mérignac Airport (Bordeaux)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior vantage point for the dramatic transition from the turquoise Tyrrhenian Sea to the rugged mountains of Corsica and the distant Pyrenees range.
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Tyrrhenian Coast
Dramatic views of the Sicilian coastline and the deep blue waters immediately after takeoff.
East Corsica
Aerial perspectives of the jagged granite peaks and dense forests of the regional natural park.
Gulf of Lion
A wide-angle view of the French Mediterranean arc and the lagoons near Montpellier.
The Pyrenees
On clear days, the snow-capped chain separating France and Spain is visible on the southern horizon.
Graves Vineyards
Geometric patterns of world-famous wine estates as the aircraft descends into the Aquitaine region.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid the harsh glare of the southern sun. This side provides the best chance to see the Pyrenees in the distance during the mid-flight cruise. As you descend into Bordeaux, watch for the shift from forest to the meticulously arranged vineyards of the Left Bank.
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Palermo & Monte Pellegrino
Excellent views of the Sicilian capital and its dramatic limestone cliffs during the initial climb.
Ustica Island
The solitary volcanic tip of an underwater mountain range rising from the Tyrrhenian Sea.
Marseille & Provence
Distant views of the largest French port and the white limestone massifs of the Calanques.
Massif Central
The rolling hills and ancient volcanic plateaus of central France visible to the north.
Garonne River
The wide, silty curves of the Garonne and the iconic bridges of Bordeaux city during final approach.
Choose the right side for an iconic view of Palermo immediately after departure from PMO. During the final approach into Mérignac, this side often offers a better view of the city center and the Port of the Moon. If flying in the late afternoon, the light hitting the Garonne river creates a beautiful silver reflection.
Book Hotels in BordeauxDistance: 1,364 km (848 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 49 min
Departure: PMO (38.175999, 13.091)
Arrival: BOD (44.8283004761, -0.7155560255050001)
Route Type: International
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