The right side strings together a London skyline glimpse at takeoff, a pass near the western Alps and the Tuscan/Roman coastline during cruise, and a dramatic Vesuvius-and-bay approach into Naples, while the left side mostly overlooks flat French farmland and the less distinctive Adriatic-facing interior.
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Flight Path
London to Naples is 1,013 miles (1,630 km), a flight of about 2 hours 45 minutes.
The great-circle path crosses close to the western Alps near the Mont Blanc massif (France-Switzerland-Italy border) before continuing south over the Po Valley and the Apennine spine of central Italy.
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from LHR
RIGHTHeathrow's westerly departures climb out to the west before turning south toward the Channel, and on that turn right-side passengers get a good look back at the London skyline before the coastline of Kent slides into view. It's a brief but genuinely scenic start compared to the featureless farmland on the left.
Landing at NAP
RIGHTOn the descent into Capodichino the flight path curves down past the Bay of Naples, giving right-side passengers a clear view of Mount Vesuvius rising over the water and the Sorrento peninsula trailing off toward Capri, right before the turn onto final approach.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Heathrow (LHR) to Capodichino (NAP)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from London to Naples. The right side strings together a London skyline glimpse at takeoff, a pass near the western Alps and the Tuscan/Roman coastline during cruise, and a dramatic Vesuvius-and-bay approach into Naples, while the left side mostly overlooks flat French farmland and the less distinctive Adriatic-facing interior.
What can I see during takeoff from Heathrow in London?
During takeoff from Heathrow (LHR), sit on the Right side for the best views. Heathrow's westerly departures climb out to the west before turning south toward the Channel, and on that turn right-side passengers get a good look back at the London skyline before the coastline of Kent slides into view. It's a brief but genuinely scenic start compared to the featureless farmland on the left. Notable sights include: London skyline (Shard, Canary Wharf), the Thames, White Cliffs of Dover, English Channel.
What can I see when landing at Capodichino in Naples?
When landing at Capodichino (NAP), sit on the Right side for the best views. On the descent into Capodichino the flight path curves down past the Bay of Naples, giving right-side passengers a clear view of Mount Vesuvius rising over the water and the Sorrento peninsula trailing off toward Capri, right before the turn onto final approach. Notable sights include: Mount Vesuvius, Bay of Naples, Sorrento Peninsula, Capri.
How long is the flight from London to Naples?
The flight from Heathrow (LHR) to Capodichino (NAP) takes about 2 hours 45 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 1,013 miles (1,630 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the London to Naples flight path pass over?
The great-circle path crosses close to the western Alps near the Mont Blanc massif (France-Switzerland-Italy border) before continuing south over the Po Valley and the Apennine spine of central Italy.