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VCE → BRU
Which side of the plane to sit from Venice Marco Polo Airport (Venice) to Brussels Airport (Brussels)?
Left Side of the Plane
The Left Side provides a spectacular aerial view of Venice's historic center and lagoon immediately after takeoff, followed by prime views of the Matterhorn, Lake Geneva, and the Jura Mountains.
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Venice Historic Center
Clear view of the 'S' shape of the Grand Canal and the Piazza San Marco shortly after takeoff from VCE.
Matterhorn
The distinctive pyramid-shaped peak of the Pennine Alps visible as the flight crosses into Switzerland.
Lake Geneva
The massive crescent-shaped lake with views of Lausanne and the Jet d'Eau in Geneva depending on the exact corridor.
Jura Mountains
Dense forests and limestone ridges marking the border between Switzerland and France.
Luxembourg City
The dramatic cliffs and fortifications of the old city visible during the initial descent phase.
Sit on the left for the iconic Venice departure; ensure you are in a window seat ahead of the wing for unobstructed views of the lagoon. This side is also preferred for morning flights to keep the sun behind the aircraft while looking toward the Swiss Alps. In winter, the snow-covered Jura range is a major highlight.
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Stunning jagged limestone peaks of the Italian Alps visible to the north shortly after takeoff.
Bernese Oberland
The massive Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau peaks and their surrounding glaciers in central Switzerland.
Lake Constance
The 'Bodensee' where the borders of Germany, Switzerland, and Austria meet.
The Black Forest
Expansive dark evergreen canopies of the Schwarzwald region in southwestern Germany.
Brussels Atomium
The iconic silver spheres of the Atomium can often be spotted on the right during the final approach to BRU.
The right side is ideal for seeing the high-altitude glaciers of the central Alps. If the flight lands toward the west (Runway 25L/R), the right side offers the best chance to see the Brussels city skyline and the Atomium. Be mindful of glare during afternoon flights as the sun will be on the left side of the plane.
Book Hotels in BrusselsDistance: 836 km (519 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 24 min
Departure: VCE (45.505299, 12.3519)
Arrival: BRU (50.9014015198, 4.48443984985)
Route Type: International
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