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STR → FCO
Which side of the plane to sit from Stuttgart Airport (Stuttgart) to Leonardo da Vinci–Fiumicino Airport (Rome)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides the most dramatic views of Lake Constance and the high peaks of the Central Alps, followed by a higher probability of seeing the historic center of Rome during the descent.
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Swabian Jura
The rugged limestone plateaus of Southern Germany visible shortly after departing Stuttgart.
Lake Constance
The shimmering expanse of the Bodensee where Germany, Switzerland, and Austria meet.
Austrian & Italian Alps
Dense clusters of jagged peaks and glaciers as the flight crosses the alpine ridge south of the border.
Po Valley
The expansive, green agricultural plains of Northern Italy stretching between the Alps and Apennines.
The Apennines
The mountainous backbone of Italy, offering dramatic textures and valley views as you head south.
Rome Cityscape
An iconic view of the Vatican and the Colosseum if the flight approaches Fiumicino from the north.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid the glare of the southern sun. Keep your camera ready about 20 minutes after takeoff for Lake Constance. If the landing approach is from the north (Runway 16L/R), the left side is the only side that will see the historic center of Rome.
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Black Forest
The dense evergreen forests of the Schwarzwald visible to the west during the climb out.
Swiss Alps
Distant views of the iconic Bernese Oberland peaks like the Eiger and Jungfrau.
Italian Lakes
Stunning aerial perspectives of Lake Maggiore and Lake Como as the terrain drops into Italy.
Milan Area
The sprawling urban center of Lombardy, often visible under clear atmospheric conditions.
Tyrrhenian Coast
The beautiful coastline near Civitavecchia and the Mediterranean Sea during the final descent.
The right side is ideal for late afternoon or evening flights to catch the sunset over the Mediterranean. During the final approach into FCO, the right side often provides views of the Fiumicino harbor and the Tiber River delta. In winter, look for snow-covered Swiss peaks in the distance.
Book Hotels in RomeDistance: 802 km (498 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 20 min
Departure: STR (48.6898994446, 9.22196006775)
Arrival: FCO (41.8002778, 12.2388889)
Route Type: International
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