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STN → PMF
Which side of the plane to sit from London Stansted Airport (London) to Parma Airport (Parma)?
Left Side of the Plane
The Left Side is premier for this route because it offers a direct, close-up perspective of the Mont Blanc massif and the expansive Lake Geneva before descending into the Italian plains.
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English Channel
Aerial views of the White Cliffs of Dover and the busy shipping lanes of the world's busiest waterway.
Champagne Vineyards
Flight paths often cross directly over the geometric green patches of the Reims and Épernay wine regions.
Lake Geneva
A stunning look at the crescent-shaped Lac Léman with the city of Geneva visible at its western tip.
Mont Blanc
The highest peak in Western Europe dominates the skyline as you transition from France into Italy.
Gran Paradiso
The rugged, snow-capped peaks of Italy's oldest national park appear during the descent into the Po Valley.
For the best photography of the Alps, book a morning flight to have the sun behind you. Aim for a seat in front of the wing (rows 1-10) to ensure the engine doesn't block the view of the Mont Blanc glaciers. During the winter, the snow coverage on the Jura mountains makes the transition into Switzerland particularly dramatic.
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Paris Distant View
On clear days, the Eiffel Tower and the sprawl of the French capital are visible to the west.
Bernese Alps
The famous Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau peaks are visible on the distant horizon to the east.
Lake Maggiore
Beautiful views of the deep blue waters and the Borromean Islands as you enter Italian airspace.
Milan Skyline
See the cluster of skyscrapers in the Porta Nuova district and the iconic San Siro stadium during the approach.
Po Valley
The intricate mosaic of rice paddies and agricultural canals typical of the Emilia-Romagna region.
The right side is ideal for late afternoon flights as it catches the golden hour glow over the Italian Lakes and Milan. When approaching Parma, keep an eye out for the historic city center's red roofs. If the flight path takes a more westerly route over France, you may get a better look at the outskirts of Paris.
Book Hotels in ParmaDistance: 1,079 km (670 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 26 min
Departure: STN (51.8849983215, 0.234999999404)
Arrival: PMF (44.824501, 10.2964)
Route Type: International
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