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VCE โ TIA
Which side of the plane to sit from Venice Marco Polo Airport (Venice) to Tirana International Airport Mother Teresa (Tirana)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a spectacular vantage point of the azure Adriatic Sea and the intricate Dalmatian Archipelago, featuring hundreds of islands and the dramatic limestone coastline of the Balkans.
Venetian Lagoon
Immediately after takeoff, witness the historic center of Venice and its surrounding islands from above.
Dalmatian Islands
A breathtaking view of islands like Braฤ, Hvar, and Korฤula surrounded by crystal-clear turquoise waters.
Dubrovnik Old Town
Look for the iconic red-roofed city and its massive medieval stone walls along the Adriatic coast.
Bay of Kotor
A stunning, winding bay in Montenegro that resembles a Nordic fjord surrounded by high mountains.
Albanian Riviera
The rugged coastline where the mountains meet the Ionian Sea, visible during the final approach.
Sit on the right for an uninterrupted coastal view. On afternoon flights, the sun is behind you, providing perfect lighting for photos of the Croatian islands. Choose a seat forward of the wing to avoid engine heat haze when photographing the Bay of Kotor.
Dinaric Alps
The massive karst mountain chain stretching across the Balkan Peninsula with rugged limestone peaks.
Velebit Range
Croatia's largest mountain range, appearing as a wall of stone between the sea and the interior.
Prokletije Mountains
Also known as the Accursed Mountains, these jagged peaks mark the dramatic border between Montenegro and Albania.
Shkoder Lake
The largest lake in Southern Europe, shared by Montenegro and Albania, visible just before landing.
The left side is ideal for morning flights to see the sun illuminate the limestone ridges of the Dinaric Alps. It offers a closer look at the rural landscapes and high-altitude terrain of the interior Balkans as you descend into Tirana.
Distance: 748 km (465 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 15 min
Departure: VCE (45.505299, 12.3519)
Arrival: TIA (41.4146995544, 19.7206001282)
Route Type: International
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