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ZRH → CTA
Which side of the plane to sit from Zürich Airport (Zurich) to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (Catania)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a superior sequence of geographic wonders, including the core of the Swiss Alps, the volcanic giants of Southern Italy, and the most dramatic approach views of Mount Etna and the Aeolian Islands.
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Swiss Alps
Spectacular views of the Rhaetian and Glarus Alps immediately after departure from Zurich.
Po Valley
The vast, fertile plains of Northern Italy and the meandering Po River.
Mount Vesuvius
A clear view of the iconic volcano overlooking the sprawling city of Naples and its famous bay.
Aeolian Islands
Stunning aerial perspectives of Stromboli, Vulcano, and Lipari emerging from the Tyrrhenian Sea.
Mount Etna
Breathtaking close-up views of Europe's tallest active volcano as the plane descends into Catania.
Choose an 'A' seat for the best morning light on the Alps. About 20 minutes before landing, keep your eyes peeled for the smoke plume of Stromboli. During the final descent, the left side typically offers a more consistent view of Etna's craters regardless of the landing direction.
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Distant views of the Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau peaks to the west.
Lake Maggiore
The deep blue waters of the lake marking the transition into Italian airspace.
Tyrrhenian Coastline
Views of the rugged Italian west coast and the crystal-clear Mediterranean waters.
Tuscan Archipelago
On clear days, the islands of Elba and Giglio are visible in the distance.
Sicilian North Coast
The dramatic rocky coastline of Sicily near Cefalù as the aircraft turns toward Catania.
The right side (F seats) is ideal for sunset flights, offering beautiful golden hour views over the sea. If the aircraft approaches Catania from the west, you may get a brief but unique view of the Sicilian interior and the southern slopes of the volcano.
Book Hotels in CataniaDistance: 1,232 km (766 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 39 min
Departure: ZRH (47.464699, 8.54917)
Arrival: CTA (37.466801, 15.0664)
Route Type: International
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