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MXP → LTN
Which side of the plane to sit from Malpensa International Airport (Milano) to London Luton Airport (London)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides a superior vantage point for the most iconic Alpine peaks, including the Matterhorn and Monte Rosa, immediately after departure from Milan.
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Monte Rosa & Matterhorn
Spectacular, close-up views of the Pennine Alps' highest summits just minutes after taking off from MXP.
Lake Geneva
The distinctive crescent shape of Lac Léman and the Swiss city of Lausanne are clearly visible to the north.
Jura Mountains
The rugged limestone ridges marking the border between Switzerland and France.
White Cliffs of Dover
The iconic chalk coastline of England comes into view as the aircraft crosses the coast near Folkestone.
Have your camera ready within the first 15 minutes of flight for the best mountain shots. In the winter, the snow-capped Jura and Alps are particularly striking. For late afternoon flights, this side enjoys the golden hour light hitting the English coast.
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The highest peak in the Alps is visible in the distance to the west shortly after reaching cruising altitude.
Champagne Vineyards
Fly over the rolling green landscapes and historic vineyards of the Grand Est region in France.
English Channel Crossing
Views of the busy maritime traffic in the Strait of Dover as you transition from French to British airspace.
London Skyline
On the descent into Luton, look south to see the Shard and the City of London skyscrapers on a clear day.
Choose this side for morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. It offers a broader view of the French countryside and a better perspective of London's urban sprawl during the final approach phase if the aircraft vectors from the south.
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Get eSIMs for United KingdomDistance: 961 km (597 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 36 min
Departure: MXP (45.6306, 8.728110000000001)
Arrival: LTN (51.87469863891602, -0.36833301186561584)
Route Type: International
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