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MLA → ZRH
Which side of the plane to sit from Malta International Airport (Malta) to Zürich Airport (Zurich)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers an extraordinary sequence of geological wonders, including the active volcano Mount Etna, the smoking Stromboli, and the iconic coastline of mainland Italy including Vesuvius and Rome before crossing the high Alps.
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Mount Etna
A spectacular view of Europe's highest active volcano, often trailing a plume of smoke.
Aeolian Islands
The volcanic archipelago including the perfectly conical and active Stromboli volcano.
Naples & Vesuvius
A stunning perspective of the Bay of Naples with the silhouette of Mount Vesuvius.
The Eternal City
The sprawling urban landscape of Rome and the Vatican City visible near the halfway mark.
High Swiss Alps
Intense views of the Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau peaks as you cross into Swiss airspace.
For the best experience, book a morning flight to have the sun behind you while viewing Mount Etna. Keep your camera ready within the first 20 minutes of flight for the Sicilian volcanoes. If landing to the south at ZRH, the right side provides an excellent view of Lake Zurich and the city skyline just before touchdown.
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Egadi Islands
Aerial views of Favignana and the western tip of Sicily shortly after departure.
Tyrrhenian Sea
Vast deep blue waters often dotted with cargo ships heading toward the Strait of Gibraltar.
Tuscan Archipelago
Clear views of the island of Elba and the rugged coastline of the Maremma region.
Western Alps
A sweeping panorama of the Mont Blanc massif and the French-Swiss border peaks.
Swiss Plateau
The transition from high peaks to the rolling green hills and lakes of central Switzerland.
Choose the left side for better lighting during afternoon flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. This side is particularly scenic during the final descent into Zurich if the aircraft approaches from the west, offering views of the Jura Mountains.
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Get eSIMs for SwitzerlandDistance: 1,380 km (857 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 50 min
Departure: MLA (35.857498, 14.4775)
Arrival: ZRH (47.464699, 8.54917)
Route Type: International
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