Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Phoenix to Firenze. While the left side offers better views during Phoenix departure, the right side dominates the longer transatlantic and European portions of the flight. The approach to Florence from the northeast makes right-side seats superior for viewing the Arno valley, Tuscan hills, and the city itself during descent.

During takeoff from Phoenix Sky Harbor International (PHX), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left-side seats offer views of the Salt River Valley and the surrounding desert terrain as the aircraft climbs northwestward from Phoenix Sky Harbor. You'll see the urban sprawl of Phoenix and Scottsdale against the backdrop of desert mountains. Notable sights include: Salt River Valley, Phoenix urban grid, McDowell Mountains (northeast), Camelback Mountain (north).

When landing at Peretola (FLR), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right-side seats provide excellent views during the approach to Florence. As the aircraft descends from the northeast, you'll see the Arno River valley, the city of Florence nestled in the hills, and the Tuscan countryside with its characteristic rolling terrain and cypress-lined roads. Notable sights include: Arno River valley, Florence city center, Chianti hills (south and west), Apennine Mountains (north and east).

The flight from Phoenix Sky Harbor International (PHX) to Peretola (FLR) takes Approximately 13-14 hours (including one stop, typically in Europe).

This route typically crosses the Atlantic via the North Atlantic corridor, passing over Newfoundland, the Atlantic Ocean, and entering European airspace over Ireland or the UK. Over the Atlantic, you may see the Greenland ice sheet (far north), the Irish coastline, and the UK. Crossing continental Europe, the flight passes over France, with views of the Alps becoming visible as you approach Italy. The Alps form a dramatic north-south barrier visible from altitude, particularly the Mont Blanc massif. The descent into Florence follows the Arno valley northeastward from the Mediterranean coast.