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Our Recommendation
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Left Side of the Plane

The left side provides an unparalleled view of the Tuscan Archipelago and the breathtaking turquoise waters of the Maddalena Archipelago and Costa Smeralda during the final descent into Olbia.

Left Side Highlights
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Northern Apennines

Aerial views of the rugged mountain range separating the Po Valley from the Mediterranean coast.

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Elba Island

The largest island of the Tuscan Archipelago, famous for its clear waters and Napoleon's exile.

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Port of Bastia

A clear view of the bustling Corsican port city and its historic northern coastline.

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Maddalena Archipelago

Dozens of small, granite islands scattered in crystal clear lagoons near the northern tip of Sardinia.

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Costa Smeralda

The 'Emerald Coast' reveals its famous turquoise bays and luxury resorts during the low-altitude arrival phase.

Book a morning flight to have the sun behind you for the best photography of the blue Sardinian waters. Ensure you are looking out during the last 15 minutes of the flight for the archipelago views. Seasonal visibility is highest in summer, though spring offers greener landscapes on the islands.

Right Side Highlights
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Lake Garda

Visible shortly after takeoff from Verona, offering a glimpse of Italy's largest lake to the northwest.

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Cinque Terre

The colorful cliffside villages of the Ligurian coast may be visible as the plane crosses the shoreline.

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Cap Corse

The long, mountainous finger of northern Corsica with its dramatic ridges and secluded coves.

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Strait of Bonifacio

The narrow sea passage between Corsica and Sardinia, characterized by striking white limestone cliffs.

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Gallura Highlands

The rocky, cork-oak forested interior of northern Sardinia visible just before touchdown.

Choose the right side for sunset flights to witness the sun dipping into the Tyrrhenian Sea. Keep an eye out midway through the flight for the silhouette of the Corsican mountains, which often remain snow-capped into late spring.

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Route Information

Distance: 512 km (318 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 51 min

Departure: VRN (45.395699, 10.8885)

Arrival: OLB (40.898701, 9.51763)

Route Type: Domestic

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