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NCL → MLA
Which side of the plane to sit from Newcastle Airport (Newcastle) to Malta International Airport (Malta)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior sequence of landmarks, including the best chance to see Mount Etna and the iconic approach over Valletta's Grand Harbour.
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East Anglian Coast
Aerial views of the sprawling estuaries and Norfolk coastline as you exit UK airspace.
Distant Alpine Peaks
On clear days, the snow-capped summits of the French and Swiss Alps are visible to the far east.
Mount Etna
A breathtaking view of Europe's most active volcano as the flight passes the eastern coast of Sicily.
Valletta & Grand Harbour
During the final descent into Luqa, the UNESCO-listed fortifications of Malta's capital are often visible.
Marsaxlokk Bay
The colorful traditional Luzzu boats in the harbor are visible just before touchdown.
Book a window seat forward of the wing to avoid engine heat haze. The highlights appear approximately 2.5 hours into the flight. For the best views of Etna, choose a morning flight to avoid the afternoon haze that often obscures the Sicilian coast.
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The Pennines
Looking west shortly after takeoff provides views of the 'backbone of England' and the Yorkshire Dales.
Central French Landscapes
The geometric patterns of French farmland and the rolling vineyards of the Rhone Valley.
Corsica and Sardinia
Dramatic mountainous coastlines and deep blue Mediterranean waters as you fly between these islands.
Gozo & Blue Lagoon
A top-down view of Malta's sister islands, including the turquoise waters surrounding Comino.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights as it avoids the direct glare of the sun. It provides the best view of the rugged western coastlines of Mediterranean islands. Watch for the Maltese archipelago roughly 15 minutes before landing for the best island-hopping views.
Book Hotels in MaltaDistance: 2,464 km (1,531 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 17 min
Departure: NCL (55.037498474121094, -1.6916699409484863)
Arrival: MLA (35.857498, 14.4775)
Route Type: International
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