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TLS → BIA
Which side of the plane to sit from Toulouse-Blagnac Airport (Toulouse) to Bastia-Poretta Airport (Bastia)?
Left Side of the Plane
The Left Side offers an exceptional panorama of the Southern French coastline, the sprawling city of Marseille, and the dramatic approach into northern Corsica around Cap Corse.
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Toulouse Cityscape
Aerial view of the 'Pink City' and the Garonne River winding through the historic center shortly after takeoff.
Occitanie Coastline
Clear views of the Mediterranean lagoons and beaches stretching from Agde to the port city of Sète.
Camargue Wetlands
The unique salt pans and marshes of the Rhône Delta, often shimmering with pink and silver hues.
Marseille & Calanques
The massive port of Marseille followed by the stunning white limestone cliffs and turquoise inlets of the Calanques National Park.
Cap Corse
The northern 'finger' of Corsica, featuring rugged mountains dropping straight into the sea as the plane turns for arrival.
To avoid sun glare, book the left side for afternoon flights. Keep your camera ready as you approach Corsica; the descent often follows the northern coastline, providing a perfect angle of the Bastia port and the mountainous interior. In spring, the contrast between the deep blue sea and the white-tipped Alps in the far distance is spectacular.
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The Pyrenees
On clear days, the high peaks of the Pyrenees are visible to the south, marking the border with Spain.
The Deep Mediterranean
A vast expanse of cobalt blue water as the plane crosses the Gulf of Lion.
Western Corsica
Distant views of the dramatic Scandola Nature Reserve and its famous red porphyry cliffs.
Central Massif
The rugged spine of Corsica, featuring Monte Cinto, the island's highest point, often snow-capped until early summer.
Étang de Biguglia
The largest lagoon on the island, located just south of the airport, visible during the final seconds of touchdown.
The right side is ideal for morning flights to see the sun rising over the Tyrrhenian Sea. While there is more open water on this side, it provides the best view of the island's interior mountains during the final approach into Bastia-Poretta. Look for the Étang de Biguglia just before landing for bird-watching from above.
Book Hotels in BastiaDistance: 670 km (416 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 7 min
Departure: TLS (43.629101, 1.36382)
Arrival: BIA (42.55270004272461, 9.48373031616211)
Route Type: Domestic
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