Takeoff from Palermo offers more dramatic and immediate scenery (Mediterranean coastline and mountains), while landing into Paris is relatively flat and industrial. Left side at departure provides the stronger visual experience overall.
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Flight Path
Palermo to Paris is 904 miles (1,456 km), a flight of about 2 hours 45 minutes.
Corsica (visible as a mountainous island off the left wing during cruise), Ligurian Sea, Maritime Alps along the French-Italian border (distant peaks), Rhône Valley approaching France
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from PMO
LEFTLeft side offers immediate views of the Tyrrhenian Sea and the Palermo coastline as you climb out northwestward. You'll see the curved bay of Palermo and the Mondello beach area receding below.
Landing at ORY
RIGHTRight side provides the best views during descent into Orly. You'll see the Seine River winding through the Île-de-France region, and the approach typically brings Paris landmarks into view on the right as you descend from the southeast.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Falcone–Borsellino Airport (PMO) to Orly (ORY)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Palermo to Paris. Takeoff from Palermo offers more dramatic and immediate scenery (Mediterranean coastline and mountains), while landing into Paris is relatively flat and industrial. Left side at departure provides the stronger visual experience overall.
What can I see during takeoff from Falcone–Borsellino Airport in Palermo?
During takeoff from Falcone–Borsellino Airport (PMO), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left side offers immediate views of the Tyrrhenian Sea and the Palermo coastline as you climb out northwestward. You'll see the curved bay of Palermo and the Mondello beach area receding below. Notable sights include: Tyrrhenian Sea, Palermo Bay, Mondello Beach, Monte Pellegrino (distant peak to the east).
What can I see when landing at Orly in Paris?
When landing at Orly (ORY), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right side provides the best views during descent into Orly. You'll see the Seine River winding through the Île-de-France region, and the approach typically brings Paris landmarks into view on the right as you descend from the southeast. Notable sights include: Seine River, Île-de-France agricultural plains, Paris city center (distant), Orly Airport runways.
How long is the flight from Palermo to Paris?
The flight from Falcone–Borsellino Airport (PMO) to Orly (ORY) takes about 2 hours 45 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 904 miles (1,456 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Palermo to Paris flight path pass over?
Corsica (visible as a mountainous island off the left wing during cruise), Ligurian Sea, Maritime Alps along the French-Italian border (distant peaks), Rhône Valley approaching France