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KBP → MXP
Which side of the plane to sit from Boryspil International Airport (Kiev) to Malpensa International Airport (Milano)?
Right Side of the Plane
The Right Side is the superior choice for this route, offering a front-row seat to the most dramatic sections of the Austrian and Italian Alps, followed by a spectacular descent over the famous Italian Lake District.
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High Tatras
Distant views of the jagged, rocky peaks along the border of Poland and Slovakia.
Austrian Alps
A breathtaking traversal of the Eastern Alps, featuring snow-capped massifs and deep glacial valleys.
Lake Garda
Italy's largest lake is often visible as you cross the border into Italian airspace.
Lake Como
The iconic Y-shaped lake is a major highlight, often appearing directly beneath the aircraft during the descent.
Monte Rosa
The second-highest peak in the Alps and its massive glaciers dominate the horizon to the west as you approach Milan.
The right side is essential for Alpine enthusiasts. For the best photos of Lake Como and Lake Maggiore during the descent, aim for a seat in front of the wing. On sunset flights, the right side provides a spectacular 'golden hour' glow over the mountain peaks. Check the arrival direction; if landing from the north, Lake Como will be strikingly close.
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Ukrainian Steppe
Expansive views of the fertile agricultural patterns of Central and Western Ukraine shortly after departure.
Southern Carpathians
The rugged, forested peaks of the Ukrainian and Romanian border regions visible in the distance.
Lake Balaton
A clear view of Central Europe's largest lake, easily identifiable by its unique elongated shape and turquoise water.
Milan Skyline
A panoramic view of the city's modern skyscrapers, including the Unicredit Tower, during the final approach from the south.
Po Valley
The dense industrial and agricultural heartland of Northern Italy stretching toward the Apennine Mountains.
Choose the left side for morning flights to keep the sun behind you. This side is excellent for spotting Lake Balaton in Hungary. If the flight path takes a southerly arrival into MXP, you may get a distant glimpse of the Adriatic coast.
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Get eSIMs for ItalyDistance: 1,723 km (1,071 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 18 min
Departure: KBP (50.34500122070313, 30.89469909667969)
Arrival: MXP (45.6306, 8.728110000000001)
Route Type: International
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