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VLC → BLQ
Which side of the plane to sit from Valencia Airport (Valencia) to Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport (Bologna)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a front-row seat to the stunning French Riviera coastline and the distant peaks of the Alps before descending over the Italian Po Valley.
Valencia Coastline
Immediate views of the Valencian shoreline and the Mediterranean as the aircraft climbs to cruise altitude.
Cote d'Azur
Aerial perspectives of Marseille, Cannes, and the deep blue bays of the French Riviera.
Monaco
The dense high-rises and harbor of the principality are often visible near the Italian border.
Maritime Alps
Dramatic views of the rugged, often snow-capped peaks where the mountains meet the sea.
Po Valley
The geometric patterns of the fertile Italian plains during the final descent phase.
Modena
The historic layout of Modena is frequently visible just minutes before touchdown at BLQ.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid the harsh southern sun. This side provides the best urban photography opportunities of the French coast and the Alps. In winter, keep your camera ready for the contrast between the blue sea and white peaks.
Balearic Views
On very clear days, the distant silhouettes of Mallorca and Menorca may appear on the horizon.
Gulf of Lion
Vast, stunning deep blue waters and maritime shipping lanes across the Mediterranean Sea.
Ligurian Sea
The transition from the open sea to the rugged, steep Italian coastline of Liguria.
Cinque Terre
The colorful, steep coastal villages of Liguria can be spotted during the turn inland toward the Apennines.
Northern Apennines
The forested ridges and winding valleys of the Apennine mountain range as the plane crosses into Emilia-Romagna.
The right side is excellent for afternoon flights if you want to see the sun reflecting off the Mediterranean. Keep an eye out for the island of Corsica in the far distance during the mid-flight segment over the Ligurian Sea.
Distance: 1,121 km (697 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 30 min
Departure: VLC (39.4893, -0.481625)
Arrival: BLQ (44.5354, 11.2887)
Route Type: International
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