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TUN → FCO
Which side of the plane to sit from Tunis Carthage International Airport (Tunis) to Leonardo da Vinci–Fiumicino Airport (Rome)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior perspective of the rugged Cape Bon peninsula shortly after takeoff and typically provides a better angle of the Italian coastline and the Tiber River delta during the descent into Rome.
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La Goulette
The bustling port of Tunis and its scenic causeway connecting the city to the sea.
Cape Bon Peninsula
The dramatic mountainous finger of Tunisia that points toward Sicily, featuring rugged cliffs and hidden coves.
Zembra and Zembretta
Uninhabited volcanic islands that serve as a protected biosphere reserve in the Gulf of Tunis.
Italian Mainland
As you approach Italy, the Right side provides views of the Lazio countryside and the winding Tiber River.
Distant Rome
On clear days, the domes and historic skyline of the Eternal City can be spotted to the east during the final descent.
Select the right side for the best geographic context of the Tunisian coast. For late afternoon flights, the sun will be behind you, providing excellent lighting for photography of the Italian coast and the Roman countryside without glare.
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Carthage Ruins
The archaeological remains of the ancient Punic and Roman city are visible just north of the airport shortly after takeoff.
Sidi Bou Said
The iconic cliffside village known for its distinctive blue-and-white architecture overlooking the Mediterranean.
Tyrrhenian Sea
Deep blue waters of the Mediterranean with occasional views of distant container ships on the major shipping lanes.
Lido di Ostia
The popular beach resort area of Rome visible as the aircraft aligns with the runway at Fiumicino.
Sit on the left for the most direct views of the Tunisian landmarks like Sidi Bou Said immediately after rotation. During a southerly landing at FCO, the left side offers a clear view of the coastline and the Mediterranean surf line.
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Get eSIMs for ItalyDistance: 577 km (359 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 58 min
Departure: TUN (36.85100173950195, 10.22719955444336)
Arrival: FCO (41.8002778, 12.2388889)
Route Type: International
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