Firenze to Seattle is 5,526 miles (8,894 km), a flight of about 11 hours.
While left offers excellent Tuscan scenery on departure, right side captures the dramatic Cascade Range and Mount Rainier on approach—the most visually striking moment of this transatlantic flight. The Pacific Northwest mountains are more imposing than Italian hills.
Flight Path
Over the Atlantic, you'll cross the British Isles (Ireland and UK coastlines visible on clear days), then the North Atlantic with occasional views of Greenland's ice sheet on far northern routes. Over Canada, the flight typically passes over or near the Canadian Rockies (Alberta/British Columbia), with the Rocky Mountain chain visible as a dramatic north-south ridge. The Great Lakes region may be visible depending on exact routing. Puget Sound and the Cascade Range mark the final approach into Seattle.
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from FLR
LEFTLeft side offers immediate views of the Arno River valley and the Tuscan hills rolling northward. You'll see Florence's urban sprawl fade into agricultural landscape and forested ridges as you climb out over central Italy.
Landing at SEA
RIGHTRight side provides the best views during descent into Seattle-Tacoma. You'll see the Cascade Range peaks (including Mount Rainier on clear days), Puget Sound's complex waterways, and the San Juan Islands before final approach over the Sound.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Peretola (FLR) to Seattle Tacoma International (SEA)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Firenze to Seattle. While left offers excellent Tuscan scenery on departure, right side captures the dramatic Cascade Range and Mount Rainier on approach—the most visually striking moment of this transatlantic flight. The Pacific Northwest mountains are more imposing than Italian hills.
What can I see during takeoff from Peretola in Firenze?
During takeoff from Peretola (FLR), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left side offers immediate views of the Arno River valley and the Tuscan hills rolling northward. You'll see Florence's urban sprawl fade into agricultural landscape and forested ridges as you climb out over central Italy. Notable sights include: Arno River (flowing west through Florence), Tuscan Apennine foothills, Florence city center and Duomo area, Val d'Orcia agricultural plains to the south.
What can I see when landing at Seattle Tacoma International in Seattle?
When landing at Seattle Tacoma International (SEA), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right side provides the best views during descent into Seattle-Tacoma. You'll see the Cascade Range peaks (including Mount Rainier on clear days), Puget Sound's complex waterways, and the San Juan Islands before final approach over the Sound. Notable sights include: Mount Rainier (14,411 ft, visible on clear days 50+ miles away), Cascade Range peaks, Puget Sound and its islands, Olympic Mountains to the west.
How long is the flight from Firenze to Seattle?
The flight from Peretola (FLR) to Seattle Tacoma International (SEA) takes about 11 hours. The shortest flight path between them is 5,526 miles (8,894 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Firenze to Seattle flight path pass over?
Over the Atlantic, you'll cross the British Isles (Ireland and UK coastlines visible on clear days), then the North Atlantic with occasional views of Greenland's ice sheet on far northern routes. Over Canada, the flight typically passes over or near the Canadian Rockies (Alberta/British Columbia), with the Rocky Mountain chain visible as a dramatic north-south ridge. The Great Lakes region may be visible depending on exact routing. Puget Sound and the Cascade Range mark the final approach into Seattle.