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MLA โ ORY
Which side of the plane to sit from Malta International Airport (Malta) to Paris-Orly Airport (Paris)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior visual experience, featuring the volcanic majesty of Mount Etna shortly after takeoff and the most dramatic panoramas of the snow-capped High Alps, including Mont Blanc.
Mount Etna
A spectacular view of Europe's highest active volcano on Sicily, often with visible smoke or steam plumes.
Tyrrhenian Coast
Stunning vistas of the Italian shoreline, with distant views of Rome and the mouth of the Tiber River.
Corsican Alps
The rugged, often snow-dusted central mountain range of Corsica rising sharply from the Mediterranean.
Mont Blanc
The highest peak in Western Europe is usually visible as the flight crosses from the Mediterranean toward Paris.
Fontainebleau Forest
The vast, emerald-green historic hunting forest that signals the final minutes of the approach into Orly.
Sit on the right side for the most iconic landmarks. To see Mount Etna, look out approximately 15-20 minutes after departure. For the Alps, the best views occur roughly 45-60 minutes before arrival. Afternoon flights are ideal for this side as the sun illuminates the mountains from the west, creating deep shadows and high contrast on the peaks.
Gozo & Comino
Bird's eye view of the Blue Lagoon and the rugged cliffs of Malta's northern sister islands during departure.
Western Corsica
Dramatic granite cliffs and the deep blue inlets of the Gulf of Porto, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Cรดte d'Azur
Distant coastal views of the French Riviera as the aircraft heads north toward the interior of France.
Massif Central
The rolling volcanic hills and ancient plateaus of the Auvergne region in central France.
Loire Valley
A view of the 'Garden of France,' known for its historic chateaux and winding river systems during descent.
The left side is preferable for morning flights to minimize solar glare. It provides the best perspective of the Maltese archipelago immediately after takeoff from Runway 31. During the final approach into Orly, keep an eye out for the distant skyline of La Dรฉfense if the aircraft turns over the western suburbs.
Distance: 1,738 km (1,080 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 19 min
Departure: MLA (35.857498, 14.4775)
Arrival: ORY (48.7233333, 2.3794444)
Route Type: International
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