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SXF → FCO
Which side of the plane to sit from Berlin-Schönefeld Airport (Berlin) to Leonardo da Vinci–Fiumicino Airport (Rome)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior sequence of landmarks, featuring the most dramatic peaks of the Austrian Alps, the vast blue expanse of Lake Garda, and the quintessential rolling landscapes of Tuscany before hitting the Tyrrhenian coast.
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Zugspitze Massif
Germany's highest peak is often visible as the flight transitions into Austrian airspace.
Lake Garda
An incredible aerial perspective of Italy's largest lake, showing its narrow northern fjord and wide southern basin.
Tuscan Vineyards
The iconic patch-work landscape of Chianti and the Val d'Orcia, characterized by cypress trees and villas.
Tyrrhenian Coastline
The sparkling blue waters and sandy beaches north of Rome during the descent phase.
Port of Civitavecchia
The major cruise ship hub and historic port city visible just minutes before touchdown.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights to avoid direct glare and capture the golden hour over the Mediterranean. The highlight is undoubtedly Lake Garda, which the flight path usually passes directly over or slightly to the east of. Ensure you have a window seat clear of the wing for the best view of the Alpine transition into the Po Valley.
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Dresden and the Elbe
Clear views of the historic Saxon capital and the winding Elbe River shortly after takeoff.
Hohe Tauern
The glaciated peaks of the High Tauern range, including distant views of the Grossglockner.
Venetian Lagoon
On clear days, the distinctive shape of the Venetian islands and the Adriatic coastline appear on the horizon.
Lake Trasimeno
The largest lake on the Italian peninsula, nestled within the green hills of Umbria.
Historic Rome
Direct views of the Colosseum, Vatican City, and the Tiber River when approaching FCO from the north.
Choose the left side for morning flights to witness the sunrise over the Eastern Alps. If the aircraft approaches Fiumicino from the north (Runway 16), this side provides an unparalleled view of Rome's city center and its ancient ruins. Keep an eye out for the Apennine ridge, which forms the rugged spine of the Italian peninsula throughout the second half of the flight.
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Get eSIMs for ItalyDistance: 1,180 km (733 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 34 min
Departure: SXF (52.380001, 13.5225)
Arrival: FCO (41.8002778, 12.2388889)
Route Type: International
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