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Our Recommendation
8.7

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.

Left Side Highlights
8.7
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Bay of Biscay Coast

Immediate views of the rugged Cantabrian shoreline and the deep blue Atlantic waters after takeoff.

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Bordeaux & Garonne

Flight paths often pass north of the Pyrenees, providing views of the famous wine regions and the Garonne river.

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Massif Central

The ancient volcanic peaks and rolling green plateaus of south-central France.

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The High Alps

Unrivaled views of the snow-capped French and Swiss Alps, often including the silhouette of Mont Blanc.

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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.

Right Side Highlights
7.9
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Picos de Europa

Visible shortly after takeoff from SDR, these dramatic limestone massifs provide a sharp contrast to the coast.

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The Pyrenees

A distant but majestic view of the entire chain of the Pyrenees mountains to the south.

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Golfe du Lion

Distant views of the Mediterranean coastline near Montpellier and the Rhone delta.

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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.

Top Activities in Bergamo
Route Information

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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