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MXP → PRG
Which side of the plane to sit from Malpensa International Airport (Milano) to Václav Havel Airport Prague (Prague)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a front-row seat to the most dramatic peaks of the Swiss Alps, including the Monte Rosa massif and the Aletsch Glacier, while providing superior lighting during afternoon flights.
Lake Maggiore
Immediately after takeoff, witness the stunning Borromean Islands and the transition from the Lombardy plains to the pre-Alps.
Monte Rosa Massif
The second-highest peak in the Alps dominates the skyline shortly after departure with its massive glaciated walls.
Aletsch Glacier
As you cross into Switzerland, look down to see the longest glacier in the Alps winding through the Valais region.
Lake Constance (Bodensee)
A vast expanse of water where the borders of Switzerland, Germany, and Austria meet, visible as you exit the high Alps.
Bavarian Countryside
Lush green rolling hills and perfectly arranged German villages between the Alps and the Czech border.
For the most dramatic mountain photography, book an afternoon flight to ensure the sun illuminates the Swiss peaks from the south. Request a seat in front of the wing to avoid engine heat blur, as the high-altitude glacial details are exceptionally sharp on this route.
Lake Como
Catch a glimpse of the iconic Y-shaped lake and the steep mountains of the Grigna range to the east.
Bernina Range
Views of Piz Bernina and the eastern Swiss Alps, featuring sharp granite spires and narrow glacial valleys.
Zugspitze
Germany's highest mountain is often visible on the horizon as the flight path passes the German-Austrian border.
Bohemian Forest
Dense, dark green forests marking the border between Bavaria and the Czech Republic, known as the 'Green Roof of Europe'.
Prague Approach
Depending on the wind, the right side often provides views of the Vltava river and the outskirts of the 'City of a Hundred Spires' during descent.
The right side is ideal for morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. Keep your camera ready in the final 10 minutes of the flight; if the aircraft approaches Prague from the south for Runway 24, this side offers the best chance to spot the city's historical center.
Distance: 646 km (401 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 5 min
Departure: MXP (45.6306, 8.728110000000001)
Arrival: PRG (50.1008, 14.26)
Route Type: International
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