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MXP β NRT
Which side of the plane to sit from Malpensa International Airport (Milano) to Narita International Airport (Tokyo)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side is superior for mountain enthusiasts, offering views of the Caucasus and Tian Shan ranges, plus the iconic Mount Fuji on arrival.
The Dolomites
Shortly after takeoff, look out for the jagged peaks and deep valleys of this UNESCO World Heritage site.
Black Sea Coast
The southern coastline of the Black Sea offers beautiful views of the Pontic Mountains in Turkey.
Caspian Sea
The flight crosses the world's largest inland body of water, showing the transition from the Caucasus to Central Asia.
Tian Shan Mountains
Known as the Heavenly Mountains, these provide some of the most dramatic high-altitude scenery on earth.
Mount Fuji
On the descent into Narita, the snow-capped peak of Fuji is often visible to the south.
Sit here for Mount Fuji and the high peaks of Central Asia. Since the flight travels East, the sun will be on the right side for most of the daylight hours; keep your window shade down during the middle of the flight to keep the cabin cool, but open it as you approach Japan for the final descent.
Swiss Alps
A view of the high peaks to the north, including the Matterhorn in the distance if visibility is high.
Eurasian Steppe
The vast open plains of the Kazakh steppe provide a sense of the immense scale of the continent.
Gobi Desert
The vast, desolate beauty of the desert spans a large portion of the cruise phase over China.
Korean Coastline
Aerial views of the rugged coastline and islands near the Yellow Sea before entering Japanese airspace.
The left side is generally shielded from direct sunlight during this eastbound flight, making it easier to take photos without glare. During the summer, you may catch a glimpse of the midnight sun if the flight path tracks far enough north.
Distance: 9,749 km (6,058 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 11 hrs 28 min
Departure: MXP (45.6306, 8.728110000000001)
Arrival: NRT (35.764701843299996, 140.386001587)
Route Type: International
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