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Our Recommendation
8.7

Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers a superior sequence of landmarks, including the jagged peaks of the Tatra Mountains and a breathtaking panoramic traverse along the Croatian coastline and its scattered islands.

Right Side Highlights
8.7
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Tatra Mountains

The highest range in the Carpathians, featuring snow-capped granite peaks along the border of Poland and Slovakia.

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Dalmatian Archipelago

A stunning bird's-eye view of Croatia's thousand islands, including Hvar and Brač, set against turquoise waters.

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The Italian Boot

Clear views of the Gargano Peninsula and the sun-drenched coastal plains of Puglia as the plane crosses the Adriatic.

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Malta & Gozo

Spectacular views of the entire Maltese archipelago, including the Blue Lagoon and the fortified walls of Valletta during the descent.

The right side is the definitive choice for the final approach into Malta; most flights land from the northwest, putting Valletta and the Grand Harbour directly in your window. For the best views of the Croatian coast, ensure you are flying during daylight hours—ideally a midday flight when the sun is overhead to highlight the vibrant colors of the Adriatic Sea.

Left Side Highlights
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East European Lowlands

Vast stretches of dense Russian and Belarusian forests interspersed with winding river basins early in the flight.

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Dinaric Alps

The rugged limestone peaks and deep canyons of Montenegro and Albania as the flight heads toward the Mediterranean.

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Mount Etna

Europe's highest active volcano is often visible on the distant horizon to the southwest during the final cruise phase near Sicily.

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Ionian Sea

The deep, vibrant blue transition from the Adriatic into the open Mediterranean waters as you descend toward Malta.

Sit on the left if you are on an early morning flight to avoid direct glare from the western sun later in the journey. This side is also better for spotting the silhouette of Sicily and the smoke plumes from Etna if the flight path stays more easterly. Look out for the dramatic coastline of the Peloponnese in the far distance if visibility is exceptionally clear.

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Route Information

Distance: 2,808 km (1,745 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 45 min

Departure: DME (55.40879821777344, 37.90629959106445)

Arrival: MLA (35.857498, 14.4775)

Route Type: International

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