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Which side of the plane to sit from Modlin Airport (Warsaw) to Pisa International Airport (Pisa)?

Our Recommendation
8.5

Right Side of the Plane

The Right Side offers a more dramatic crossing of the Central Alps, clear views of Lake Garda, and a superior perspective of the striking white marble quarries of Carrara during the descent into Tuscany.

Right Side Highlights
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Vistula River

Beautiful aerial views of the winding Vistula river valley immediately after departure from WMI.

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Bohemian Massif

Expansive views over the historic landscapes of central Czechia and potentially the city of Prague.

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Hohe Tauern Alps

Spectacular views of Austria's highest glaciated peaks, including the Grossglockner area.

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Lake Garda

Italy's largest lake appears as a deep blue jewel nestled against the southern Alpine foothills.

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Carrara Quarries

The 'white mountains' of the Apuan Alps where the world-famous marble is mined, looking like snow from above.

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Piazza dei Miracoli

If the aircraft approaches Pisa from the north, look out for the Leaning Tower just before touchdown.

The right side is ideal for photography on morning flights as the sun is on the opposite side. Watch closely about 20 minutes before landing for the Apuan Alps; the white patches are marble quarries, not snow. If landing from the south, the right side offers views of the Tyrrhenian coastline.

Left Side Highlights
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Warsaw Skyline

Distant but clear views of the Polish capital's high-rises shortly after taking off from Modlin.

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Sudetes Mountains

The rugged Karkonosze range marks the border between Poland and the Czech Republic.

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Dolomite Peaks

Jagged, pale limestone formations of the Eastern Alps visible as the flight enters Italian airspace.

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Venetian Lagoon

On clear days, the shimmering Adriatic coastline and the distant outline of Venice can be spotted.

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Tuscan Hinterland

The classic rolling hills and cypress-lined landscapes of northern Tuscany during the final approach.

Sit on the left if you want to see the sunrise on early morning flights, though glare can be intense. This side provides a better view of the sun-drenched Apennine ridges during the late afternoon.

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Route Information

Distance: 1,235 km (767 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 39 min

Departure: WMI (52.451099, 20.6518)

Arrival: PSA (43.683899, 10.3927)

Route Type: International

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