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Which side of the plane to sit from Lamezia Terme Airport (Lamezia) to Stuttgart Airport (Stuttgart)?

Our Recommendation
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Right Side of the Plane

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.

Right Side Highlights
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Mount Vesuvius

An unparalleled view of the famous volcano and the sprawling Bay of Naples shortly after departure.

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Rome and the Tiber

The flight path often passes just east of Rome, offering views of the city's vast urban landscape and the winding Tiber river.

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The High Alps

A breathtaking crossing of the central Alpine ridge, featuring glaciers, jagged peaks, and deep valleys.

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Lake Constance

The massive 'Bodensee' marks the transition into Germany, visible as a vast blue expanse bordered by three countries.

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Swabian Jura

The dramatic limestone escarpments and rolling hills of the Alb plateau as the aircraft begins its final descent into Stuttgart.

The right side is the 'landmark side' for this route. For the best photography of the Alps, aim for a morning flight when the sun illuminates the southern faces of the mountains. During descent, look for Hohenzollern Castle perched on its hill to the south of Stuttgart.

Left Side Highlights
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Tyrrhenian Coastline

Stunning views of the turquoise waters along the western coast of Calabria and Campania shortly after takeoff.

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Tuscan Archipelago

Distant views of islands like Elba and the rugged coastline of the Maremma region in Tuscany.

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Bernese Alps

On clear days, the western side provides a glimpse of the towering Swiss peaks, including the Eiger and Jungfrau massifs.

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Black Forest

Dense evergreen canopies of the Schwarzwald appearing as the flight enters German airspace near the border.

Choose the left side for sunset flights to witness the sun dipping into the Mediterranean. It is also generally better for avoiding direct glare during mid-day northbound flights. Keep an eye out for the distinct shape of the island of Elba as you pass central Italy.

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Route Information

Distance: 1,224 km (761 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 38 min

Departure: SUF (38.905399, 16.2423)

Arrival: STR (48.6898994446, 9.22196006775)

Route Type: International

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