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MXP → IKA
Which side of the plane to sit from Malpensa International Airport (Milano) to Imam Khomeini International Airport (Tehran)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides the most dramatic views of the high Alps shortly after takeoff and a prime perspective of Mount Ararat before crossing into Iran.
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The Central Alps
Breathtaking views of the snow-capped Italian and Swiss Alps immediately after departing Milan.
Lake Garda
Italy's largest lake visible as the aircraft heads east-southeast over the Lombardy region.
Sofia & Balkan Peaks
The capital of Bulgaria and the surrounding Vitosha mountain range during the mid-flight segment.
Black Sea Coastline
Views of the southern coastline of the Black Sea while traversing northern Turkey.
Mount Ararat
The legendary dormant compound volcano and highest peak in Turkey near the Iranian border.
For the best experience, choose a window seat forward of the wing to avoid engine heat haze. On morning flights, the sun will be on the right, providing perfect lighting for the Alps and Mount Ararat on the left. In winter, the snow coverage on the Pontic Mountains is exceptionally scenic.
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A wide view of the metropolitan area and the Po Valley during the initial climb from Malpensa.
Dalmatian Coast
The intricate network of islands and turquoise waters along the Croatian Adriatic coastline.
Anatolian Plateau
The vast, arid, and colorful landscapes of central Turkey, featuring unique geological formations.
Lake Van
The largest lake in Turkey, known for its stunning soda-blue waters and high-altitude surroundings.
Zagros Mountains
Dramatic, folded mountain ridges and desert basins as the flight descends toward Tehran.
The right side is ideal for seeing the coastal geography of the Adriatic. Note that during afternoon flights, this side will face the sun, which can cause glare; keep the window shade partially down until the sun is higher or lower. The descent into IKA over the Zagros mountains is particularly beautiful at sunset.
Book Hotels in TehranDistance: 3,713 km (2,307 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 4 hrs 22 min
Departure: MXP (45.6306, 8.728110000000001)
Arrival: IKA (35.416099548339844, 51.152198791503906)
Route Type: International
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