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Which side of the plane to sit from Paris-Orly Airport (Paris) to Milano Linate Airport (Milan)?

Our Recommendation
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Left Side of the Plane

The left side offers the most iconic views of the high Alps, specifically the Mont Blanc massif, and a stunning perspective of Lake Geneva and the Milanese skyline during the final approach.

Left Side Highlights
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Fontainebleau Forest

Shortly after departure from Orly, look down to see one of France's largest and most famous royal hunting forests.

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Lake Geneva (Lac Lรฉman)

As you reach cruising altitude, the massive crescent-shaped lake spanning France and Switzerland appears to the north.

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Mont Blanc

The 'Roof of Europe' is the star of the show, usually passing closely on the left side with its snow-capped peaks and glaciers.

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Lake Maggiore & Lake Como

During the descent, these deep blue glacial lakes provide a dramatic contrast against the southern foothills of the Alps.

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Milan City Center

Approaching Linate from the west provides a bird's-eye view of the Duomo and the modern skyscrapers of the Gae Aulenti district.

Book a window seat ahead of the wing for unobstructed views of the Alps. On morning flights, the sun will be behind you, providing perfect lighting for photos of Mont Blanc. If landing towards the east, the left side provides the most direct view of the downtown Milan landmarks.

Right Side Highlights
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Burgundy Vineyards

View the orderly rows of some of the world's most prestigious wine-growing regions in central-eastern France.

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Massif de la Vanoise

A rugged view of the French Alps' southern peaks, offering deep valleys and sharp ridges.

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Turin & Po Valley

Look out for the industrial grid of Turin and the vast, flat agricultural landscape of the Po River basin.

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San Siro Stadium

If the flight path circles from the west, the massive 'La Scala del Calcio' football stadium is clearly visible.

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CityLife District

Spot the 'Three Towers' of Zaha Hadid, Arata Isozaki, and Daniel Libeskind as you enter the Milan urban area.

The right side is superior for afternoon flights if you want to watch the sunset over the French countryside. Keep an eye out for the Gran Paradiso national park peaks as you cross into Italian airspace. It is also generally better for seeing the sprawling industrial and agricultural heart of Northern Italy.

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Route Information

Distance: 636 km (395 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 4 min

Departure: ORY (48.7233333, 2.3794444)

Arrival: LIN (45.445099, 9.27674)

Route Type: International

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