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MLA → KUN
Which side of the plane to sit from Malta International Airport (Malta) to Kaunas International Airport (Kaunas)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior vantage point for Mediterranean coastlines, the stunning architectural sprawl of Budapest, and the jagged peaks of the High Tatra Mountains.
Valletta and Gozo
Immediately after takeoff, witness the historic fortifications of Malta's capital and the sister island of Gozo to the northwest.
Gargano Peninsula
As you cross the Adriatic towards Italy, the 'spur' of the Italian boot is visible with its lush forests and limestone cliffs.
Budapest Skyline
The route typically passes directly over or near the Hungarian capital, providing views of the Parliament Building and the Danube River.
High Tatra Mountains
The dramatic, snow-capped peaks defining the border between Slovakia and Poland offer the most scenic terrain of the journey.
Warsaw Cityscape
Nearing the final leg, the Polish capital's dense cluster of skyscrapers and the Vistula River are often visible on the horizon.
Choose a seat in front of the wing for unobstructed views of the Tatra Mountains. For morning flights, the sun will be behind you, providing excellent lighting for photos of Central European cities. Keep an eye out about 90 minutes into the flight for the Danube's distinctive bend near Budapest.
Mount Etna
Depending on the departure path, the smoking summit of Europe's most active volcano in Sicily can be seen rising from the sea.
Belgrade and Sava River
The confluence of the Sava and Danube rivers at the heart of the Serbian capital is a major landmark visible mid-flight.
Carpathian Mountains
The eastern arc of the Carpathians provides a vast green expanse of dense forests and rolling hills through Romania and Ukraine's border.
Masurian Lake District
Entering Northern Poland, look for the 'Land of a Thousand Lakes,' a sprawling network of blue glacial lakes and rivers.
Neman River
During the descent into Kaunas, the winding Neman River provides a scenic welcome to the Lithuanian landscape.
The right side is ideal for catching a glimpse of Mount Etna shortly after departure if the wind necessitates a northern takeoff. During evening flights, you'll avoid the direct glare of the setting sun, making it more comfortable for viewing the vast Polish plains and the Masurian lakes.
Distance: 2,248 km (1,397 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs
Departure: MLA (35.857498, 14.4775)
Arrival: KUN (54.96390151977539, 24.084800720214844)
Route Type: International
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