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MLA → FRA
Which side of the plane to sit from Malta International Airport (Malta) to Frankfurt am Main Airport (Frankfurt)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the majestic Mount Etna shortly after takeoff, followed by a stunning panorama of the central Alps and the iconic Frankfurt skyline during the final descent.
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Mount Etna
Europe's most active volcano provides a dramatic sight on the Sicilian coast.
Calabria Coast
The rugged shoreline of the 'toe' of Italy's boot with crystal clear waters.
Central Alps
Dense clusters of jagged, snow-capped peaks stretching across the horizon.
Bavarian Foothills
Picturesque southern German farmland and rolling green hills during the descent.
Frankfurt Skyline
The stunning 'Mainhattan' skyscrapers are often visible on the final approach path.
Mount Etna usually appears 15 minutes after takeoff from MLA. For the best view of the Frankfurt skyline, a seat on the right is preferred if the airport is operating with westerly winds (Runway 25), as the aircraft typically passes north of the city center.
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Maltese Archipelago
Aerial view of Gozo and Comino islands shortly after departure from MLA.
Stromboli
A chance to see the smoke-plumed volcanic island in the Tyrrhenian Sea.
Swiss Alps
Towering snow-capped peaks of the western Alpine range during the cruise.
Black Forest
Expansive dark green woodlands of Southwest Germany visible during descent.
Rhine River
Scenic turns of the historic German waterway as the plane approaches Frankfurt.
Keep an eye out for the Aeolian Islands including the volcano Stromboli about 20-30 minutes into the flight. Morning flights offer the best lighting for the Swiss Alps as the sun remains on the opposite side of the aircraft, reducing glare.
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Get eSIMs for GermanyDistance: 1,647 km (1,023 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 12 min
Departure: MLA (35.857498, 14.4775)
Arrival: FRA (50.033333, 8.570556)
Route Type: International
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