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MXP → OPO
Which side of the plane to sit from Malpensa International Airport (Milano) to Francisco de Sá Carneiro Airport (Porto)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers breathtaking views of the highest Alpine peaks immediately after departure and a spectacular northern view of the Pyrenees.
Monte Rosa
Massive Alpine peaks visible right after takeoff from Malpensa.
Mont Blanc
Glacial views of Europe's highest peak to the northwest during the first 20 minutes.
Massif Central
The volcanic plateaus and ancient mountains of south-central France.
Pyrenees National Park
Sharp mountain ridges along the French border with dramatic northern faces.
Atlantic Ocean
Dramatic coastal views as the flight nears Porto from the Bay of Biscay.
The first 15 minutes are the highlight; sit on the right for the best Alps views. Winter and spring offer the most dramatic snow-capped peaks. Watch for the Atlantic horizon during the descent.
Po Valley
Industrial and urban sprawl of Northern Italy visible during the initial climb.
Côte d'Azur
Distant views of the Mediterranean coastline and the French Riviera to the south.
Castilian Plateau
The vast, arid landscapes of central Spain as the flight crosses the peninsula.
Douro River
The river's entrance into the Atlantic near Porto as the plane prepares for landing.
Morning flights offer the best lighting for the Italian landscape. On the final approach, look for the winding Douro River if the plane turns from the south.
Distance: 1,484 km (922 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 59 min
Departure: MXP (45.6306, 8.728110000000001)
Arrival: OPO (41.2481002808, -8.68138980865)
Route Type: International
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