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Our Recommendation
8.5

Left Side of the Plane

The left side of the aircraft offers a superior panoramic perspective of the Italian peninsula, featuring the rolling hills of Tuscany, the Apennine mountain range, and a stunning final approach over the Adriatic Sea into the Brindisi harbor.

Left Side Highlights
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Pisa and Tuscany Hills

Immediately after takeoff, enjoy views of the Arno River and the distinct terracotta rooftops and rolling vineyards of the Tuscan countryside.

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Lake Trasimeno

A clear view of Italy's fourth-largest lake nestled in the Umbrian landscape, often shimmering in the sunlight.

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Central Apennines

Dramatic views of the rugged limestone peaks of the Apennine Mountains, including distant glimpses of the Gran Sasso massif.

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Adriatic Coastline

As the flight nears Puglia, the turquoise waters of the Adriatic Sea provide a striking contrast to the limestone-rich soil.

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Port of Brindisi

On final descent, the left side typically faces the natural inner harbor and the Castello Alfonsino guarding the port entrance.

Choose a window seat forward of the wing to avoid engine heat haze. For morning flights, the left side is shaded, providing better contrast for photography of the mountain ranges. Watch for the 'pig's tail' shape of the Brindisi harbor during the final three minutes of flight.

Right Side Highlights
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Tyrrhenian Coastline

Initial views of the coastline near Livorno and the Tuscan archipelago islands in the distance.

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Lazio and Molise

Vast stretches of agricultural land and historic hill-top towns typical of central-southern Italy.

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Vesuvius Silhouette

Depending on the flight path's southerly deviation, you may see the distant cone of Mount Vesuvius on the horizon.

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Apulian Olive Groves

The landscape transforms into a silver-green carpet of ancient olive trees as you cross into the Salento region.

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Salento Peninsula

Aerial views of the flat, sun-drenched plains of southern Puglia before touching down.

The right side receives direct sunlight on morning flights, which can be intense; keep the blind partially down until the descent. This side is better if the flight path follows a more westerly route, as it offers a better chance to spot the volcanic profiles of the Campania region.

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Route Information

Distance: 707 km (439 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 11 min

Departure: PSA (43.683899, 10.3927)

Arrival: BDS (40.6576, 17.947001)

Route Type: Domestic

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