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LIN → MLA
Which side of the plane to sit from Milano Linate Airport (Milan) to Malta International Airport (Malta)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a front-row seat to Italy's most dramatic geological features, including the Apennine range and the massive volcanic peaks of Vesuvius and Etna.
Milan Cityscape
Immediately after departure from Linate, view the Duomo and the skyscrapers of the Porta Nuova district.
Apennine Mountains
Cross the rugged central ridge of Italy, featuring snow-capped peaks in winter and deep green valleys in summer.
Mount Vesuvius
A clear view of the iconic volcano looming over the densely populated Bay of Naples.
Calabrian Coastline
The 'toe' of Italy's boot reveals crystal clear turquoise waters and steep cliffs plunging into the sea.
Mount Etna
The absolute highlight; see Europe's highest active volcano, often venting steam, as you fly along eastern Sicily.
Sit toward the back of the cabin to ensure the wing does not obstruct your view of Mount Etna. For morning flights, the sun will be on this side, so high-quality sunglasses are essential. Watch for the 'Strait of Messina' bridge project area which connects the mainland to Sicily.
Tuscan Archipelago
Look for the islands of Elba and Montecristo glistening in the Tyrrhenian Sea to the west.
Tyrrhenian Expanse
Deep blue Mediterranean vistas with frequent sightings of large ferry routes connecting the mainland to Sardinia.
Aeolian Islands
In the distance, you can often spot the perfect cone of Stromboli and the sulfurous vents of Vulcano.
Northern Sicily
The mountainous northern coast near Palermo offers a dramatic landscape of limestone peaks and hidden bays.
Gozo and Comino
On the final descent into MLA, you will likely pass over the smaller Maltese islands and the famous Blue Lagoon.
The right side is ideal for afternoon or sunset flights as the sun will be behind the plane or on the opposite side, providing soft, warm lighting on the Sicilian coast. This side is also superior for viewing the Maltese archipelago during the final approach pattern.
Distance: 1,152 km (716 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 32 min
Departure: LIN (45.445099, 9.27674)
Arrival: MLA (35.857498, 14.4775)
Route Type: International
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