Departing over the Gulf of Santa Eufemia, passengers on the left will see the stunning turquoise waters and the dramatic coastline leading toward Pizzo and Tropea.
The right side is significantly better for the approach into Venice Marco Polo. As the plane descends into the lagoon, passengers on the right are often treated to an iconic aerial view of the historic city, including the Grand Canal and St. Mark's Square, depending on the landing pattern.
The right side offers an exceptional perspective of the Italian coastline, the active volcanoes of the Tyrrhenian, and a more intimate view of the central Swiss Alps during the descent into Zurich.
The Right Side is preferred for its spectacular front-row seat to Mount Etna during the descent and the possibility of spotting the Aeolian Islands on the horizon.
The right side of the aircraft offers superior views of the Italian heartland, including the potential for a spectacular flyover of Rome and Florence, followed by the iconic Matterhorn and Lake Geneva in the Alps.
The right side offers a superior panorama of the Italian peninsula's backbone, including Mount Vesuvius, the Eternal City of Rome, and a more direct view of the high Alpine peaks and Lake Constance during the descent.
The left side offers spectacular views of the Tyrrhenian Sea and the famous islands of the Campanian and Pontine archipelagos during the northbound ascent.
The right side offers a continuous panorama of the Italian coastline, including iconic landmarks like Mount Vesuvius, the Roman shoreline, and the potential for a spectacular view of the Leaning Tower of Pisa during the final approach.
The left side offers a superior view of the Tyrrhenian coastline, the higher peaks of the Swiss Alps, and the lush landscapes of the Black Forest.
The left side offers a stunning progression from the Tyrrhenian coastline to the breathtaking aerial finale: the Venetian Lagoon and the historic center of Venice during the descent.
The left side offers a superior vantage point for the dramatic Tyrrhenian coastline of Italy, the high peaks of the Swiss Alps, and the winding Moselle Valley vineyards upon approach to Hahn.
The right side offers an unparalleled panoramic view of the Italian peninsula's coastline, including the Amalfi Coast, Mount Vesuvius, and the rolling landscapes of Tuscany.
The right side offers a superior vantage point for the most dramatic transition of the flight: the Venetian Lagoon and the jagged peaks of the Dolomites.