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MXP → JED
Which side of the plane to sit from Malpensa International Airport (Milano) to King Abdulaziz International Airport (Jeddah)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers an unparalleled view of the Nile River and the dramatic contrast between the Sahara Desert and the lush Nile Delta, along with a high probability of spotting the Giza Pyramids.
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Lake Maggiore
Immediate views of the deep blue lake and its scenic islands right after banking south from MXP airport.
Nile Delta
The stark, razor-sharp boundary where the fertile green vegetation of the Delta ends and the Sahara begins.
Giza Plateau
If visibility is clear and the path tracks near Cairo, the Great Pyramids are often visible as small tan triangles.
Nile River
A continuous view of the winding river valley cutting through the arid landscape of North Africa.
Red Sea Coral
Vibrant turquoise coral reefs and crystal-clear lagoons along the Saudi Arabian coastline during descent.
The right side is the clear winner for daytime flights to see Egypt's landmarks. To see the Pyramids, look slightly forward of the wing when over the Cairo outskirts. Be aware that on afternoon flights, this side will be exposed to direct sunlight, so keep your window shade partially down to manage heat and glare until you spot a landmark.
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Italian Alps
Dramatic views of the snow-capped peaks north of Milan immediately after departure from Malpensa.
Greek Archipelago
Scanning the horizon over the Mediterranean reveals the scattered white islands of the Ionian and Aegean seas.
Sinai Peninsula
Rugged, reddish mountain ranges and deep canyons where the African and Arabian plates meet.
Jeddah Corniche
The northern waterfront of Jeddah and the world's tallest fountain, King Fahd's Fountain, on final approach.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. This side is also superior for spotting the rugged interior of the Sinai Peninsula and the Eastern Desert of Egypt. During night flights, look for the brightly lit coastal cities of the Balkans and Greece.
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Get eSIMs for Saudi ArabiaDistance: 3,833 km (2,382 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 4 hrs 31 min
Departure: MXP (45.6306, 8.728110000000001)
Arrival: JED (21.6796, 39.156502)
Route Type: International
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