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VCE โ BIO
Which side of the plane to sit from Venice Marco Polo Airport (Venice) to Bilbao Airport (Bilbao)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a front-row seat to the historic center of Venice upon departure and follows the scenic Mediterranean coastline and the high peaks of the Pyrenees.
Venice Historic Center
If departing towards the southwest, you will get a perfect aerial view of St. Mark's Square and the Grand Canal.
Genoa and Liguria
Vibrant views of Italy's largest port and the colorful towns along the rugged Ligurian coast.
Cรดte d'Azur
The azure waters of the Mediterranean framing the French cities of Nice and Cannes.
Southern Pyrenees
Dramatic mountain ridges as the flight crosses from France into Spain towards the Basque Country.
To maximize your chances of seeing Venice, check the wind direction; a departure from Runway 22 ensures the best views. Morning flights provide the best lighting for the Mediterranean coast without the harsh afternoon sun glare.
The Alps
The distant but massive snow-capped peaks of the Dolomites and the Western Alps to the north.
Lake Garda
A clear view of Italy's largest lake and the start of the Alpine foothills.
Massif Central
The ancient volcanic plateaus and green valleys of central France.
Bay of Biscay
The deep blue Atlantic ocean as the aircraft begins its descent into Bilbao.
Choose the right side if you prefer distant mountain vistas over coastal views. For the approach into Bilbao, the right side often catches the lush green hills of the Basque countryside and the Nerviรณn river.
Distance: 1,235 km (767 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 39 min
Departure: VCE (45.505299, 12.3519)
Arrival: BIO (43.30110168457031, -2.9106099605560303)
Route Type: International
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