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NAP → MXP
Which side of the plane to sit from Naples International Airport (Naples) to Malpensa International Airport (Milano)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers an unparalleled view of Mount Vesuvius upon departure and the majestic Monte Rosa massif and Central Alps during the approach into Malpensa.
Mount Vesuvius
A dramatic look right into the crater of the famous volcano shortly after takeoff.
Apennine Mountains
The rugged limestone peaks and deep valleys forming the spine of Italy.
The Eternal City
On clear days, the sprawl of Rome and the Tiber River are visible to the east.
Milan Skyline
Distinguishable skyscrapers of the Porta Nuova district as the plane turns for its final approach.
Monte Rosa Massif
Stunning, close-up views of the glacier-covered Alpine peaks north of the airport.
Sit on the right side for the most iconic landmarks. For the best view of Vesuvius, look out immediately after the initial climb. During the descent into MXP, the right side provides a front-row seat to the snow-capped Alps. Morning flights are ideal as the sun illuminates the mountains from the east, highlighting their texture.
Gulf of Naples
Aerial views of the blue Tyrrhenian Sea and the volcanic coastline of Campania.
Islands of Ischia and Procida
Clear sightings of these volcanic islands as the plane turns north-northwest.
Lazio Coastline
The transition from the rugged southern coast to the flatter beaches near Rome.
Tuscan Archipelago
Distant views of Elba Island and the sparkling waters of the Ligurian Sea.
Po Valley
The expansive, patterned agricultural plains of Lombardy during the descent.
Choose the left side for sunset flights to witness the sun sinking into the Tyrrhenian Sea. It is also the better side for viewing the islands of the Tuscan Archipelago if the flight path stays coastal. Keep your camera ready about 20 minutes before landing for the patchwork fields of the Po Valley.
Distance: 693 km (431 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 9 min
Departure: NAP (40.886002000000005, 14.2908)
Arrival: MXP (45.6306, 8.728110000000001)
Route Type: Domestic
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