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TBS → FCO
Which side of the plane to sit from Tbilisi International Airport (Tbilisi) to Leonardo da Vinci–Fiumicino Airport (Rome)?
Right Side of the Plane
The Right Side offers a more dramatic perspective of the Greater Caucasus during takeoff, followed by the rugged Balkan interior and the spectacular fjord-like coastline of the Adriatic Sea.
Greater Caucasus
Stunning snow-capped peaks including Mount Kazbek are visible to the north during the initial climb.
Bulgarian Riviera
The transition from the Black Sea to land over the sandy bays of Varna and Burgas.
Sofia Basin
Views of the Bulgarian capital nestled at the foot of the massive Vitosha Mountain.
Dalmatian Coastline
The intricate network of islands and deep blue inlets along the Montenegrin and Croatian coast.
Gran Sasso d'Italia
The highest and most rugged peaks of the Apennine Mountains as you cross the Italian peninsula.
The right side is superior for mountain lovers. For morning flights, this side avoids direct sun glare, providing clearer views of the Balkan Peninsula. Look out for the 'Strait of Otranto' as you cross from the Balkans toward the 'heel' of Italy.
Lesser Caucasus
Rolling green peaks and deep valleys of southern Georgia visible shortly after takeoff.
Black Sea Horizon
A long stretch of deep blue water with distant views toward the Turkish coastline.
Rila Mountains
High alpine scenery in Bulgaria, featuring Musala, the highest peak in the Balkans.
Lake Ohrid
One of Europe's oldest and deepest lakes, shimmering on the border of North Macedonia and Albania.
Lazio Countryside
The final approach over the volcanic lakes and ancient towns southeast of Rome.
Sit on the left for sunset views if flying in the evening, as the sun will be positioned to the south-west. During the final approach into FCO, you may catch glimpses of the Tyrrhenian Sea if the aircraft loops around from the south.
Distance: 2,698 km (1,676 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 36 min
Departure: TBS (41.6692008972, 44.95470047)
Arrival: FCO (41.8002778, 12.2388889)
Route Type: International
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