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Our Recommendation
8.5

Left Side of the Plane

The left side offers a superior perspective of the Maltese archipelago upon departure, followed by the majestic French Alps and a more favorable lighting angle for photography on evening flights.

Left Side Highlights
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Maltese Islands

Unrivaled views of Gozo, Comino, and the Blue Lagoon shortly after takeoff from Luqa.

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Corsica & Sardinia

Dramatic coastlines and rugged mountainous interiors of these Mediterranean islands as you head north.

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Western Alps

Aerial views of the Mont Blanc massif and the snow-capped peaks of the French-Italian border.

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Loire Valley

The patchwork quilt of central French farmland dotted with historic estates and winding rivers.

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English Channel

Crossing the water from northern France towards the south coast of England near the Isle of Wight.

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Cotswolds

The quintessential rolling green hills and stone villages of the English countryside during descent.

On morning flights, the sun will be on the right side, making the left side better for glare-free photos. For the best view of the Blue Lagoon, look out immediately after the plane turns north following departure. In the winter months, this side offers stunning sunset views as you enter UK airspace.

Right Side Highlights
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Valletta & Grand Harbour

A sweeping view of the historic walled capital and the surrounding harbors depending on the takeoff direction.

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Mount Etna

On clear days, the smoking peak of Sicily's famous volcano is visible in the distance to the east.

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Swiss Alps

Glimpses of the high peaks around the Matterhorn and the Jungfrau region across the horizon.

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Paris Outskirts

The urban sprawl of the French capital and the Eiffel Tower may be visible on the far horizon depending on the airway.

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Birmingham & Midlands

The industrial heartland of England and the sprawling urban centers as the flight tracks north.

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Liverpool City & Mersey

Iconic views of the Royal Liver Building, the docks, and the Mersey estuary during the final banking turn into LPL.

The right side is ideal for catching a glimpse of the Liverpool city skyline and the 'Three Graces' just before touchdown. If the flight path takes a more easterly route over Italy, you may see the Gulf of Genoa. Be aware that midday sun can be very bright on this side of the cabin.

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Route Information

Distance: 2,365 km (1,470 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 9 min

Departure: MLA (35.857498, 14.4775)

Arrival: LPL (53.33359909057617, -2.849720001220703)

Route Type: International

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