About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Capodichino (NAP) to Orly (ORY)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Naples to Paris. Takeoff views of Vesuvius and the Bay of Naples are more dramatic and geographically distinctive than landing views. While Paris is iconic, the aerial perspective of the city during descent is less visually striking than the volcanic landscape of the Campania region. Right-side seats capture the flight's most memorable geographic feature.
What can I see during takeoff from Capodichino in Naples?
During takeoff from Capodichino (NAP), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right side captures the Bay of Naples and Mount Vesuvius immediately after departure. Capodichino typically departs runway 24 (westbound), so right-side seats face south initially, giving direct views of the volcano and coastline before the aircraft turns north toward France. Notable sights include: Mount Vesuvius (1,281 m, clearly visible as a distinctive cone), Bay of Naples with Ischia and Procida islands to the west, Sorrento Peninsula extending southeast, Campania coastal plain.
What can I see when landing at Orly in Paris?
When landing at Orly (ORY), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left side provides views of the Seine River, Paris city center, and the approach path to Orly. Standard arrivals from the south use runway 26 or 24, and left-side seats face the city and surrounding Île-de-France region during descent through 8,000-15,000 feet. Notable sights include: Seine River with its distinctive loops through Paris, Eiffel Tower area (visible as a small point in the urban grid), Bois de Boulogne and Bois de Vincennes (large green spaces), Orly Airport runways and taxiways.
How long is the flight from Naples to Paris?
The flight from Capodichino (NAP) to Orly (ORY) takes Approximately 2 hours 15 minutes.
What does the Naples to Paris flight path pass over?
The flight path crosses the Tyrrhenian Sea northwest toward Corsica (visible as a mountainous island if weather permits, roughly 1 hour into flight), then continues over the Mediterranean toward the French coast near the Côte d'Azur. The Alps appear on the left (east) side during the northern portion of cruise, with Mont Blanc visible as a distant peak on clear days. The Rhône Valley becomes visible as the aircraft descends toward Paris, with the Massif Central appearing as rolling terrain to the east.