About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Capodichino (NAP) to The William B Hartsfield Atlanta International (ATL)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Naples to Atlanta. Right side wins both ends of the flight. The Naples departure delivers Vesuvius and the Bay of Naples, which is genuinely one of the most spectacular airport departures in Europe. The Atlanta arrival adds the downtown skyline on approach. Mid-flight over the Atlantic there is little to differentiate sides.
What can I see during takeoff from Capodichino in Naples?
During takeoff from Capodichino (NAP), sit on the Right side for the best views. Capodichino's primary departure runway 24 sends aircraft northwest over the city, and the right side gives you a clear look back at the Bay of Naples, Vesuvius, and the Sorrentine Peninsula. The left side faces inland toward the Campanian hills with far less drama. Notable sights include: Mount Vesuvius, Bay of Naples, Sorrentine Peninsula, Capri island.
What can I see when landing at The William B Hartsfield Atlanta International in Atlanta?
When landing at The William B Hartsfield Atlanta International (ATL), sit on the Right side for the best views. Atlanta's primary arrival runways 26L/26R bring aircraft in from the east, so the right side faces south toward downtown Atlanta's skyline and the sprawling metro grid. The left side looks north into suburban sprawl with less visual interest. Notable sights include: Downtown Atlanta skyline, Stone Mountain, Lake Lanier (distant), Hartsfield-Jackson airport complex.
How long is the flight from Naples to Atlanta?
The flight from Capodichino (NAP) to The William B Hartsfield Atlanta International (ATL) takes Approximately 11 to 12 hours.
What does the Naples to Atlanta flight path pass over?
Departure crosses the Tyrrhenian Sea and Sardinia may be visible to the right early in the flight. The route then crosses the western Mediterranean near the Balearic Islands, exits Europe over Portugal or northwestern Spain, and crosses the North Atlantic. The flight typically passes south of Greenland and Newfoundland, where icebergs and pack ice may occasionally be visible far below on clear days. Landfall over North America is usually near Nova Scotia or New England, then a long overland track through the US Southeast.