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MXP → ISB
Which side of the plane to sit from Malpensa International Airport (Milano) to New Islamabad International Airport (Islamabad)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers an unparalleled vantage point for viewing the most dramatic terrain, including the Alps, the Caucasus, the Caspian Sea, and the towering Hindu Kush during descent.
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The Alps
Breathtaking views of the Italian and Swiss Alps shortly after departure from Malpensa.
Black Sea Coast
The northern coastline of Turkey where the Pontic Mountains meet the deep blue waters.
Caucasus Mountains
Jagged, snow-capped peaks forming the natural border between Europe and Asia.
Caspian Sea
The vast expanse of the world's largest inland body of water visible as you cross into Central Asia.
Mount Damavand
The iconic, symmetrical volcanic peak of the Alborz range, the highest in the Middle East.
Hindu Kush Range
Spectacular high-altitude mountain scenery as the flight begins its final descent into Islamabad.
Sit in front of the wing to avoid engine heat distortion. On day flights, the sun remains to your south, perfectly illuminating the mountain ranges to the north. Watch for Mount Damavand roughly midway through the flight, standing significantly higher than surrounding peaks.
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Adriatic Coast
Views of the stunning Balkan coastline and the turquoise waters of the Adriatic Sea.
Taurus Mountains
The rugged southern mountain chain of Turkey with its deep valleys and limestone peaks.
Mesopotamian Plains
The historic fertile plains between the Tigris and Euphrates rivers in Iraq and Syria.
Dasht-e Kavir
The Great Salt Desert of Iran, featuring unique salt crust patterns and arid landscapes.
Potohar Plateau
The unique, eroded topography of the plateau surrounding Islamabad during the final approach.
The right side is ideal for sunset views on afternoon departures. Keep an eye out for the intricate river patterns in the Middle East. During winter, the contrast between the snow-capped Zagros mountains and the brown desert floor is particularly striking.
Book Hotels in IslamabadDistance: 5,504 km (3,420 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 6 hrs 29 min
Departure: MXP (45.6306, 8.728110000000001)
Arrival: ISB (33.560713, 72.851613)
Route Type: International
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