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VCE → LYS
Which side of the plane to sit from Venice Marco Polo Airport (Venice) to Lyon Saint-Exupéry Airport (Lyon)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides an unparalleled front-row seat to the High Alps, including the Italian Great Lakes and the majestic Mont Blanc massif, offering the most dramatic mountain scenery in Europe.
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Venetian Lagoon
The intricate network of salt marshes and islands like Murano and Burano visible right after liftoff.
Lake Garda
The deep blue expanse of Italy's largest lake, with the narrow Sirmione peninsula visible at its southern base.
Lake Como
The famous inverted 'Y' shaped lake nestled deep within the steep Prealpine mountains.
Mont Blanc
The highest peak in Western Europe, offering a massive, glaciated spectacle as you cross the Italian-French border.
Jura Mountains
The rolling, densely forested ridges that characterize the landscape just north of the approach into Lyon.
The right side is the definitive choice for mountain lovers. Sit slightly behind the wing to capture the scale of the Alps against the aircraft. Look for Lake Garda about 15-20 minutes into the flight. Morning flights are ideal as the sun will be behind you, illuminating the glaciers of Mont Blanc and the peaks of the Dolomites to the north.
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Venice Historic Center
A stunning aerial view of the Grand Canal, San Marco, and the Giudecca if the plane departs towards the south.
Po Valley
The vast, geometric agricultural patchwork of Northern Italy extending toward the distant Apennine Mountains.
Turin Skyline
The urban landscape of Piedmont's capital, often featuring the distinctive spire of the Mole Antonelliana.
Monviso Peak
The iconic pyramid-shaped mountain of the Cottian Alps, known as the 'Stone King' and the source of the Po River.
Vercors Massif
Dramatic limestone cliffs and plateaus visible during the final descent into the Rhône-Alpes region.
Choose the left side for the best chance to see the city of Venice immediately after takeoff, especially if the wind requires a southern departure. During the flight, watch for the sharp silhouette of Monviso standing alone against the horizon. For photography, late afternoon flights provide warm light on the southern slopes of the mountains.
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Get eSIMs for FranceDistance: 566 km (352 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 57 min
Departure: VCE (45.505299, 12.3519)
Arrival: LYS (45.725556, 5.081111)
Route Type: International
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