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SDR → BGY
Which side of the plane to sit from Santander Airport (Santander) to Il Caravaggio International Airport (Bergamo)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side is superior for this route, offering a front-row seat to the French Massif Central, the high Alps including Mont Blanc, and a spectacular descent over the iconic Italian lakes before landing in Bergamo.
Bay of Biscay Coast
Immediate views of the rugged Cantabrian shoreline and the deep blue Atlantic waters after takeoff.
Bordeaux & Garonne
Flight paths often pass north of the Pyrenees, providing views of the famous wine regions and the Garonne river.
Massif Central
The ancient volcanic peaks and rolling green plateaus of south-central France.
The High Alps
Unrivaled views of the snow-capped French and Swiss Alps, often including the silhouette of Mont Blanc.
Lake Como & Lecco
During the descent into BGY, you get a stunning aerial perspective of the Y-shaped Lake Como and the surrounding Prealps.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid direct glare while viewing the Alps. The final 20 minutes of the flight are the highlight; stay alert as the plane descends over the Italian Lake District. For the best photos of Lake Como, sit away from the wing to ensure an unobstructed view of the steep mountain slopes meeting the water.
Picos de Europa
Visible shortly after takeoff from SDR, these dramatic limestone massifs provide a sharp contrast to the coast.
The Pyrenees
A distant but majestic view of the entire chain of the Pyrenees mountains to the south.
Golfe du Lion
Distant views of the Mediterranean coastline near Montpellier and the Rhone delta.
Turin & Po Valley
As the flight enters Italy, the sprawling industrial landscape of Turin and the flat, fertile Po Valley come into view.
The right side is excellent for seeing the Picos de Europa immediately after departure. On late afternoon or evening flights, this side catches the warm 'golden hour' light reflecting off the Pyrenees. It also offers a broader view of the vast Po Valley plains as you approach the Bergamo area.
Distance: 1,099 km (683 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 28 min
Departure: SDR (43.427101135253906, -3.82000994682312)
Arrival: BGY (45.673901, 9.70417)
Route Type: International
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