About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Lester B Pearson International (YYZ) to Capodichino (NAP)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Toronto to Naples. Left side wins both ends of the flight. Over the Atlantic the views are similar on both sides, but the left seat delivers Toronto's iconic skyline on departure and the unmistakable silhouette of Vesuvius plus the Bay of Naples on arrival — two of the most visually dramatic airport approaches in Europe.
What can I see during takeoff from Lester B Pearson International in Toronto?
During takeoff from Lester B Pearson International (YYZ), sit on the Left side for the best views. YYZ departures on runway 23 (the most common westerly departure) swing left and south over the city, giving left-side passengers a clear view of downtown Toronto's skyline including the CN Tower, Lake Ontario, and the Toronto Islands. Right-side passengers face suburban sprawl to the north. Notable sights include: CN Tower and downtown Toronto skyline, Lake Ontario shoreline, Toronto Islands, Scarborough Bluffs visible to the east along the lakeshore.
What can I see when landing at Capodichino in Naples?
When landing at Capodichino (NAP), sit on the Left side for the best views. Capodichino typically uses runway 24, meaning aircraft approach from the northeast over the Bay of Naples. Left-side passengers get a direct view of Mount Vesuvius, the Bay of Naples, and the Sorrentine Peninsula. Right-side passengers face inland hills and urban Naples. Notable sights include: Mount Vesuvius (1,281m), Bay of Naples, Sorrentine Peninsula, Castel dell'Ovo on the Naples waterfront.
How long is the flight from Toronto to Naples?
The flight from Lester B Pearson International (YYZ) to Capodichino (NAP) takes Approximately 9 to 10 hours.
What does the Toronto to Naples flight path pass over?
The flight tracks northeast over Quebec and Newfoundland, crosses the North Atlantic near the 50th parallel, passes south of Greenland's tip, crosses Ireland and southern England or northern France, then transits the Alps or northern Italy before descending into Campania. Notable features include the Newfoundland coastline, the broad North Atlantic, the Irish coast near Shannon, the English Channel, and on clear days the Alps appear as a bright white serrated ridge in the far distance during the descent into Naples.