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VIE → PMO
Which side of the plane to sit from Vienna International Airport (Vienna) to Falcone–Borsellino Airport (Palermo)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side is generally superior, offering front-row seats to the High Alps, the iconic silhouette of Mount Vesuvius, and the volcanic Aeolian Islands before landing.
Hohe Tauern
Spectacular views of Austria's highest peaks, including the Grossglockner massif.
The Dolomites
The unique, pale limestone towers of the Italian Alps visible shortly after the Austrian border.
Venetian Lagoon
A distant but distinct view of the historic islands and canals of Venice to the west.
Mount Vesuvius
Clear views of the famous volcano overlooking the Gulf of Naples and the ruins of Pompeii.
Aeolian Islands
The volcanic chain in the Tyrrhenian Sea, often featuring the smoking crater of Stromboli.
Amalfi Coast
The dramatic, cliff-lined coastline south of Naples visible before the final sea crossing.
The right side is a photographer's dream for this route. Sit forward of or well behind the wing to ensure an unobstructed view of the Aeolian Islands and Vesuvius. On mid-day flights, the sun is high, but afternoon flights may experience some glare over the Tyrrhenian Sea.
Vienna Basin
Aerial views of the outskirts of Vienna and the rolling Leitha Mountains during departure.
Slovenian Alps
Glances of the jagged peaks of Triglav National Park as the flight heads south.
Adriatic Horizon
Vast views of the sparkling Adriatic Sea and the distant Croatian archipelago.
Central Apennines
The rugged mountainous interior of the Italian peninsula, often snow-capped in winter.
Palermo Approach
Depending on the wind, the plane often banks to show the city center and Mount Pellegrino.
Choose this side if you want the best chance of seeing the city of Palermo during the final approach. Morning flights are ideal as the sun will be behind you, illuminating the Italian coastline and the Adriatic Sea without glare.
Distance: 1,140 km (708 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 31 min
Departure: VIE (48.110298156738, 16.569700241089002)
Arrival: PMO (38.175999, 13.091)
Route Type: International
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