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CGN β MXP
Which side of the plane to sit from Cologne Bonn Airport (Cologne) to Malpensa International Airport (Milano)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the high Pennine Alps, including a frequent line of sight to the Matterhorn, and provides a stunning aerial panorama of Lake Maggiore during the final descent into Malpensa.
Moselle Valley
The intricate loops of the Moselle river and its steep vineyard-covered banks shortly after departure.
The Matterhorn
On clear days, the distinct pyramid shape of the Matterhorn is visible as you cross the Swiss-Italian border.
Lake Maggiore
Direct and close-up views of the Borromean Islands and the towns of Stresa and Baveno during the descent.
Ticino Estuary
The lush green river delta where the Ticino river enters Lake Maggiore right before landing at MXP.
The right side is the 'money side' for this route. Aim for a seat in front of the wing for unobstructed views of the Matterhorn and the Italian Lakes. Sunset flights provide spectacular orange hues over the Alps.
Middle Rhine Valley
View of the legendary Rhine river winding through the gorge with various medieval castles perched on the hillsides.
Black Forest
The dense, dark evergreen canopy of the Schwarzwald is visible to the east as the plane heads toward Switzerland.
Central Swiss Alps
A wide-angle panorama of the Bernese Oberland, including the famous trio of Eiger, MΓΆnch, and Jungfrau.
Milanese Skyline
On approach from the north, distant views of the CityLife and Porta Nuova skyscrapers against the Italian horizon.
Choose this side for early morning flights to have the sun behind you. It offers a broader view of the Alpine chain rather than individual peaks.
Distance: 594 km (369 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 59 min
Departure: CGN (50.8658981323, 7.1427397728)
Arrival: MXP (45.6306, 8.728110000000001)
Route Type: International
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