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SXB → FCO
Which side of the plane to sit from Strasbourg Airport (Strasbourg) to Leonardo da Vinci–Fiumicino Airport (Rome)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the high Western Alps, including potential glimpses of the Mont Blanc massif, followed by a stunning approach along the Italian coastline.
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Vosges Mountains
The rounded peaks of the French Vosges range visible to the west after departure.
Mont Blanc Massif
The highest peak in Europe often dominates the western horizon during the Alpine crossing.
Ligurian Coast
The shimmering Mediterranean sea and the curve of the Italian Riviera near Genoa.
Lake Bolsena
A perfectly circular volcanic crater lake located in Northern Lazio.
Tyrrhenian Shoreline
Crystal clear waters and coastal towns like Civitavecchia as the plane lines up for FCO.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights to avoid direct sun glare. It provides the best perspective of the Alps' most famous peaks. On landing at FCO, aircraft often bank over the sea, providing a spectacular view of the coastline and the Leonardo da Vinci airport infrastructure.
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Black Forest
Dense evergreen forests of Germany visible shortly after takeoff from Strasbourg.
Central Swiss Alps
Dramatic peaks of the Bernese Oberland, including the Eiger and Jungfrau summits.
Milan & Po Valley
The sprawling industrial heart of Northern Italy and the grid-like agricultural fields.
Northern Apennines
The rugged mountain spine of Italy stretching toward the southern horizon.
Rome Hinterland
Views of the Tiber River and the outskirts of the Eternal City during the descent.
Sit on the left for sunrise views on morning flights. During the descent into FCO, if the plane approaches from the north, you might catch a glimpse of the city center in the distance. Watch for Lake Trasimeno as you cross central Italy.
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Get eSIMs for ItalyDistance: 831 km (516 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 23 min
Departure: SXB (48.53829956054688, 7.628230094909668)
Arrival: FCO (41.8002778, 12.2388889)
Route Type: International
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