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ZAG → BLQ
Which side of the plane to sit from Zagreb Airport (Zagreb) to Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport (Bologna)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side is the preferred choice for this route, offering a chance to see the Istrian coast, the distant snow-capped Julian Alps, and a spectacular aerial perspective of the Venice Lagoon.
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Zagreb Cityscape
Clear views of the Croatian capital and Medvednica mountain shortly after departure.
Rijeka and Učka
The deep blue waters of the Kvarner Gulf and the prominent peak of Mount Učka.
Julian Alps
On clear days, the jagged, snow-dusted peaks of the Alps are visible to the far north.
Venice Lagoon
The iconic shape of Venice and its surrounding islands visible as you cross the northern Adriatic.
Po Valley
The perfectly manicured agricultural checkerboard of the Italian lowlands before landing.
The right side is legendary for the Venice view; look out about 15-20 minutes before landing. Late afternoon flights provide the best lighting for photography of the Alps and the Venetian coastline.
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Sava River Valley
Lush green plains and the winding Sava river immediately after takeoff from Zagreb.
Kvarner Islands
Views of the rugged coastlines of Krk and Cres islands as you cross into the Adriatic.
Po Delta Park
The complex network of wetlands and lagoons where Italy's longest river meets the sea.
Ravenna Coastline
The historic Adriatic coast of the Emilia-Romagna region during the initial descent.
Northern Apennines
The rolling foothills of the mountain range stretching south of Bologna on final approach.
Choose the left side for morning flights to keep the sun at your back while viewing the Croatian islands. It offers a closer look at the unique ecosystem of the Po Delta during the descent into Italy.
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Get eSIMs for ItalyDistance: 398 km (247 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 40 min
Departure: ZAG (45.742900848400005, 16.0687999725)
Arrival: BLQ (44.5354, 11.2887)
Route Type: International
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