The left side wins overall. While the right side has the better Gatwick departure view, the left side delivers the more dramatic and sustained scenery: the Alps crossing with views toward Mont Blanc and the western Alpine chain, the Apennines descent over central Italy, and the spectacular Bari coastal arrival over the Adriatic. The left side faces the Alps more directly on this southeast track.
Flight Path
The route tracks southeast over France, crossing the French Alps near the Mont Blanc massif visible to the east. The aircraft then crosses the Gulf of Genoa and the northern Apennines before tracking down the Italian peninsula. The Adriatic Sea comes into view on the left as the aircraft descends toward Bari, with the flat Murge plateau and Apulian tavoliere plain on the right.
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from LGW
RIGHTGatwick's main runway 08R/26L means departures heading east give the right side a view over the Surrey Hills and the North Downs. Climbing out eastbound, the right side looks south toward the Sussex Weald and eventually the English Channel coast near Eastbourne and Beachy Head.
Landing at BRI
LEFTBari Palese typically uses runway 07/25. On approach from the northwest on runway 07, the left side faces north and gives a clear view over the Adriatic Sea and the flat Apulian coastline. The right side faces inland toward the flat Murge plateau, which is far less interesting.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Gatwick (LGW) to Palese Macchie (BRI)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from London to Bari. The left side wins overall. While the right side has the better Gatwick departure view, the left side delivers the more dramatic and sustained scenery: the Alps crossing with views toward Mont Blanc and the western Alpine chain, the Apennines descent over central Italy, and the spectacular Bari coastal arrival over the Adriatic. The left side faces the Alps more directly on this southeast track.
What can I see during takeoff from Gatwick in London?
During takeoff from Gatwick (LGW), sit on the Right side for the best views. Gatwick's main runway 08R/26L means departures heading east give the right side a view over the Surrey Hills and the North Downs. Climbing out eastbound, the right side looks south toward the Sussex Weald and eventually the English Channel coast near Eastbourne and Beachy Head. Notable sights include: Surrey Hills AONB, North Downs ridge, Sussex Weald farmland, English Channel coastline near Beachy Head.
What can I see when landing at Palese Macchie in Bari?
When landing at Palese Macchie (BRI), sit on the Left side for the best views. Bari Palese typically uses runway 07/25. On approach from the northwest on runway 07, the left side faces north and gives a clear view over the Adriatic Sea and the flat Apulian coastline. The right side faces inland toward the flat Murge plateau, which is far less interesting. Notable sights include: Adriatic Sea, Bari city waterfront and old town peninsula, Apulian coastline, Port of Bari.
How long is the flight from London to Bari?
The flight from Gatwick (LGW) to Palese Macchie (BRI) takes Approximately 2 hours 45 minutes to 3 hours.
What does the London to Bari flight path pass over?
The route tracks southeast over France, crossing the French Alps near the Mont Blanc massif visible to the east. The aircraft then crosses the Gulf of Genoa and the northern Apennines before tracking down the Italian peninsula. The Adriatic Sea comes into view on the left as the aircraft descends toward Bari, with the flat Murge plateau and Apulian tavoliere plain on the right.