The right side wins on the strength of the dramatic Sardinian coastal departure over the Maddalena archipelago, which offers more sustained and visually striking scenery than the brief glimpse of Paris on landing, even though both sides have their moments.
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Flight Path
Olbia to Paris is 655 miles (1,054 km), a flight of about 2 hours 5 minutes.
Corsica's mountainous west coast, the Ligurian Sea, and the French Riviera coastline near Nice before the route continues inland over the plains of central France toward the Paris basin
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from OLB
RIGHTWith the Maestrale-favored runway 23 departure, the aircraft climbs southwest then banks north toward Corsica, giving right-side passengers a sweeping view of the Costa Smeralda coastline and the La Maddalena archipelago's turquoise waters just north of Olbia.
Landing at CDG
LEFTCDG arrivals from the south typically pass east of Paris before turning to align with the westward-facing runways, giving left-side passengers a brief but clear view of the Paris skyline including the Eiffel Tower and La Défense towers before the final approach over the Seine valley farmland.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Olbia Costa Smeralda (OLB) to Charles De Gaulle (CDG)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Olbia to Paris. The right side wins on the strength of the dramatic Sardinian coastal departure over the Maddalena archipelago, which offers more sustained and visually striking scenery than the brief glimpse of Paris on landing, even though both sides have their moments.
What can I see during takeoff from Olbia Costa Smeralda in Olbia?
During takeoff from Olbia Costa Smeralda (OLB), sit on the Right side for the best views. With the Maestrale-favored runway 23 departure, the aircraft climbs southwest then banks north toward Corsica, giving right-side passengers a sweeping view of the Costa Smeralda coastline and the La Maddalena archipelago's turquoise waters just north of Olbia. Notable sights include: La Maddalena archipelago, Costa Smeralda coastline, Golfo di Olbia, Tavolara island.
What can I see when landing at Charles De Gaulle in Paris?
When landing at Charles De Gaulle (CDG), sit on the Left side for the best views. CDG arrivals from the south typically pass east of Paris before turning to align with the westward-facing runways, giving left-side passengers a brief but clear view of the Paris skyline including the Eiffel Tower and La Défense towers before the final approach over the Seine valley farmland. Notable sights include: Paris skyline, Eiffel Tower, La Défense business district, Seine river bends.
How long is the flight from Olbia to Paris?
The flight from Olbia Costa Smeralda (OLB) to Charles De Gaulle (CDG) takes about 2 hours 5 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 655 miles (1,054 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Olbia to Paris flight path pass over?
Corsica's mountainous west coast, the Ligurian Sea, and the French Riviera coastline near Nice before the route continues inland over the plains of central France toward the Paris basin