The left side provides a stunning perspective of the hilltop Sanctuary of San Luca and the red-tiled skyline of the historic city center during the final approach.
The right side offers a superior view during the approach to Italy, often featuring a spectacular panorama of the Venetian Lagoon, the city of Venice, and the distant snow-capped Alps to the north.
While both sides are scenic, the right side offers a superior view of the Swedish interior lakes, a more direct look at the dramatic limestone peaks of the Dolomites, and the stunning blue expanse of Lake Garda during the descent.
The Right Side is preferred for its exceptional views of the Tuscan Archipelago islands and a higher probability of seeing Bologna's historic red-roofed center during the final approach.
The left side offers spectacular views of the rugged Apennine mountain range, including the highest peak in the peninsula, Gran Sasso, while the right side remains mostly over the Adriatic coastline.
The left side offers a superior perspective of the high Alpine peaks, including the Mont Blanc massif, and a better chance to see the iconic Northern Italian lakes during the descent.
The right side provides a spectacular vantage point for the Tuscan Archipelago and the mainland Italian coast. As the flight approaches Bologna, passengers on this side are often treated to views of Florence's historic center and the dramatic transition from the Apennine Mountains to the Po Valley.
The left side offers a more consistent view of the high Alpine peaks and the crescent curve of Lake Geneva, while avoiding the direct glare of the sun on morning flights.
The left side offers a quintessential Italian landscape experience, featuring the dramatic volcanic lakes of Lazio and the rolling, UNESCO-protected vineyards and medieval towns of Tuscany.
The right side offers a spectacular sequence of Mediterranean islands, including direct views of Mallorca and Menorca, followed by the rugged northern coastline of Corsica and the Tuscan Archipelago.
The right side offers a superior perspective of the rugged Balkan interior and the breathtaking turquoise waters and white-stone islands of the Dalmatian coast.
The left side offers superior views of the dramatic Dalmatian coastline and the mosaic of islands in the Adriatic Sea before crossing over to the Italian Riviera.
The right side offers a superior panorama of the high Alps, including potential views of Lake Geneva and the Mont Blanc massif, followed by a scenic descent over the Italian Lake District.