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MLA → STN
Which side of the plane to sit from Malta International Airport (Malta) to London Stansted Airport (London)?
Left Side of the Plane
The Left Side offers a superior viewing experience for this route, providing the best angles for the Western Alps, the rugged coastlines of Corsica, and a more favorable perspective of the English landscape during the descent into Stansted.
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Mediterranean Blue
Crystal clear turquoise waters of the Malta Channel immediately after departure.
Corsican Ridges
Dramatic mountain silhouettes and the rugged western coastline of the island of Corsica.
Mont Blanc
The highest peak in Western Europe often dominates the horizon as you cross the French-Swiss border.
French Vineyards
The geometric patterns and rolling hills of the central French countryside and the Loire Valley.
London Skyline
Depending on the arrival pattern, views of the Thames Estuary and the sprawling London urban area.
Choose the left side for afternoon flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. This side is particularly spectacular during the winter months when the Alps are heavily snow-capped. On the final approach into Stansted, this side often provides a clearer view of the Essex countryside and distant views of the London skyline if the plane circles from the south.
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Mount Etna
The iconic smoking crater of Europe's most active volcano is often visible shortly after takeoff.
Tyrrhenian Coast
Beautiful views of the Italian mainland, including the Tuscan archipelago and the Elba island.
Swiss Alps
A panoramic vista of the jagged peaks of the Eiger, Monch, and Jungfrau massifs.
Paris Distant View
On clear days or nights, the distinct layout of Paris and the Eiffel Tower can be spotted to the west.
English Channel
The busy shipping lanes and the dramatic white cliffs near the Dover strait during the crossing.
The right side is ideal for morning flights, as the rising sun beautifully illuminates the Alpine peaks. Keep your camera ready shortly after takeoff from Malta for a potential sighting of Mount Etna. During the descent, you will have a great view of the Port of Tilbury and the North Sea coastline before turning inland towards the airport.
Book Hotels in LondonDistance: 2,108 km (1,310 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 49 min
Departure: MLA (35.857498, 14.4775)
Arrival: STN (51.8849983215, 0.234999999404)
Route Type: International
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