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Our Recommendation
8.8

Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers a superior sequence of landmarks including the Suez Canal, the lush Nile Delta, and a spectacular approach toward the Italian Alps.

Right Side Highlights
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Malé City

A dense urban island contrast against the vast Indian Ocean during the initial climb.

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Al Hajar Mountains

The sharp, barren peaks of Oman provide a dramatic landscape as you enter the Arabian Peninsula.

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Suez Canal

Spot the thin ribbon of water and cargo ships transiting between the Red Sea and Mediterranean.

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Nile Delta

The striking boundary where the lush green vegetation of the delta meets the stark Egyptian desert.

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Central Italy

Views of the Apennine Mountains and the rolling hills of Tuscany as you fly north toward Milan.

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The Italian Alps

Panoramic views of the snow-capped Alpine peaks during the descent into Malpensa airport.

The right side is ideal for avoiding direct sunlight while flying northwest. Look out for the Suez Canal approximately 5-6 hours into the flight. The approach into Malpensa often provides a stunning panorama of the Alps from this side, especially on clear mornings.

Left Side Highlights
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Maldives Atolls

Crystal clear turquoise lagoons and coral rings visible shortly after takeoff from Malé.

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Arabian Sea

Vast deep blue waters transition into the rugged southern coastline of the Arabian Peninsula.

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Rub' al Khali

The 'Empty Quarter' features immense orange sand dunes stretching across the Saudi Arabian horizon.

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Red Sea Coast

Deep blue waters contrasted against the harsh, jagged mountains of the Egyptian and Sudanese coast.

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Sardinia and Corsica

Aerial views of the rugged coastlines and turquoise bays of these Mediterranean islands if on a western corridor.

Choose the left side for dramatic sunset views over the Sahara and Mediterranean. This side is also better for spotting the southern atolls if your flight path takes a more southerly departure route. Be aware of the sun's glare during the middle of the day.

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Route Information

Distance: 7,735 km (4,806 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 9 hrs 6 min

Departure: MLE (4.1918301582336435, 73.52909851074219)

Arrival: MXP (45.6306, 8.728110000000001)

Route Type: International

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