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MRS β MXP
Which side of the plane to sit from Marseille Provence Airport (Marseille) to Malpensa International Airport (Milano)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides an unparalleled view of the rugged Southern French Alps and the Western Italian Alps. As the flight progresses northeast, passengers can spot deep gorges and iconic snow-capped peaks before descending over the Piedmont region.
Verdon Gorge
Shortly after departure, look for the 'Grand Canyon of Europe' with its distinct turquoise waters carving through limestone cliffs.
Southern French Alps
Fly over the dramatic massifs of Provence and the Hautes-Alpes, featuring jagged ridges and alpine lakes.
Ecrins National Park
Spot the massive glaciers and the high peak of Barre des Γcrins, the southernmost 4,000-meter peak in the Alps.
Gran Paradiso
As you enter Italian airspace, watch for the jagged silhouettes of Italy's oldest national park.
Turin (Torino)
Visible just before the final descent, the grid-like city of Turin sits nestled at the foot of the mountains.
Choose a window seat on the left (Port) side for the best mountain views. For the most dramatic lighting on the peaks, book a late afternoon flight when the sun illuminates the western faces of the Alps. In winter, the snow coverage makes the terrain exceptionally photogenic. Watch for the 'Gorges du Verdon' within the first 15 minutes of flight.
French Riviera Coast
Offers a panoramic view of the coastline from Saint-Tropez towards Nice and the sparkling Mediterranean Sea.
Monaco
The dense urban skyline of the Principality is often visible as the flight tracks toward the Italian border.
Port of Genoa
On clear days, the vast harbor of Genoa can be seen where the mountains meet the Ligurian Sea.
Po Valley
The flat, fertile plains of Lombardy and Piedmont provide a sharp contrast to the mountains just before landing.
Malpensa Approach
During the final turn, see the Ticino River and the dense forests surrounding the airport area.
The right side (Starboard) is excellent for coastal scenery if the flight path follows the shoreline before turning north. Morning flights are ideal on this side to avoid the harsh glare of the southern sun over the Mediterranean. Keep an eye out for the transition from the blue sea to the green rice fields of the Po Valley.
Distance: 370 km (230 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 37 min
Departure: MRS (43.439271922, 5.22142410278)
Arrival: MXP (45.6306, 8.728110000000001)
Route Type: International
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