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SOF → FCO
Which side of the plane to sit from Sofia Airport (Sofia) to Leonardo da Vinci–Fiumicino Airport (Rome)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers spectacular views of the Rila Mountains after takeoff and provides the most iconic aerial perspective of Rome's historic center during the descent into Fiumicino.
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Rila Mountains
Visible shortly after takeoff from Sofia, featuring Musala, the highest peak in the Balkan Peninsula.
Southern Adriatic
Deep blue waters and the occasional glimpse of the Gargano Peninsula as the flight crosses into Italy.
Central Apennines
The rugged 'spine' of Italy, featuring snow-capped peaks in winter and lush green valleys in summer.
Rome City Center
On the standard approach to FCO, you can often spot the Colosseum and St. Peter's Basilica from the left windows.
Book a window seat ahead of the wing to capture the Rila range. For the approach into Rome, morning flights are ideal as the sun is behind the plane, illuminating the city's marble and terracotta architecture perfectly.
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Sofia City View
Depending on takeoff direction, a clear view of the Alexander Nevsky Cathedral and the city center.
Balkan Mountains
Dramatic views of the Stara Planina range stretching across the northern horizon of Bulgaria.
Dalmatian Coast
Distances views of the rugged coastline and islands of Montenegro and Croatia to the north.
Lake Bracciano
A large, circular volcanic crater lake located just north of Rome, visible during the final descent phase.
The right side is excellent for afternoon flights to avoid the direct glare of the southern sun. Keep an eye out for the Italian coastline near Pescara as you enter Italian airspace from the Adriatic.
Book Hotels in RomeDistance: 924 km (574 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 32 min
Departure: SOF (42.69669342041016, 23.411436080932617)
Arrival: FCO (41.8002778, 12.2388889)
Route Type: International
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