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SVO → BLQ
Which side of the plane to sit from Sheremetyevo International Airport (Moscow) to Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport (Bologna)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior perspective of the dramatic Dolomite peaks and a possible view of the Adriatic coastline during the descent into Italy.
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Moscow Skyline
Views of the capital's sprawling urban layout and iconic skyscrapers shortly after takeoff.
High Tatras
The sharp, alpine peaks forming the natural border between Poland and Slovakia.
Vienna & Danube
The historic Austrian capital and the winding blue ribbon of the Danube River from high altitude.
The Dolomites
Breathtaking UNESCO-listed jagged limestone peaks and deep valleys of the Italian Alps.
Venetian Lagoon
Potential views of the Adriatic Sea and the islands of Venice during the final approach stages.
For morning flights, the sun will be on the left, so consider a window seat behind the wing to reduce glare. The most spectacular mountain views occur approximately 40 minutes before landing. Ensure you are on the left for the best chance to see the Venetian coast as the plane turns toward Bologna.
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Warsaw Cityscape
A distant look at the modern skyline and Vistula River while crossing Polish airspace.
Prague Panoramas
The 'City of a Hundred Spires' and the Vltava River may be visible depending on the specific corridor.
Central Alps
Expansive views of the snow-capped Austrian and Swiss Alps stretching toward the horizon.
Lake Garda
Italy's largest lake, recognizable by its unique narrow northern shape, during the descent.
Po Valley
The fertile, geometric agricultural patterns of the Emilia-Romagna heartland before touchdown.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights to avoid the direct southern sun. It provides an excellent perspective of the broader Alpine range. Watch for Lake Garda to the west as the plane enters Italian airspace, which serves as a great landmark for the start of the descent.
Book Hotels in BolognaDistance: 2,230 km (1,386 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 58 min
Departure: SVO (55.972599, 37.4146)
Arrival: BLQ (44.5354, 11.2887)
Route Type: International
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