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TLV → MXP
Which side of the plane to sit from Ben Gurion International Airport (Tel-aviv) to Malpensa International Airport (Milano)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side of the aircraft provides a superior geographical tour, featuring the coastlines of Cyprus, the Turkish Riviera, the scattered islands of the Aegean, and the dramatic Dalmatian coast before a scenic approach over the northern Italian lakes and Alps.
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Cyprus
Clear views of the island's southern coast, including Limassol and the Troodos mountain range.
Taurus Mountains
The snow-capped peaks of southern Turkey are often visible across the sea horizon during the early cruise phase.
Rhodes and the Dodecanese
Stunning turquoise waters surrounding the Greek islands of Rhodes, Karpathos, and the Aegean archipelago.
Dalmatian Coast
The intricate coastline of Croatia and its hundreds of islands appearing as gems in the Adriatic Sea.
Venice and the Lagoon
On many flight paths, the historic center of Venice and its lagoon are visible as you cross into Italy.
The Alps
Spectacular views of the snow-peaked Italian and Swiss Alps to the north during the descent into MXP.
The right side is highly recommended for coastal geography enthusiasts. For the best chance to see Venice, look out about 30-40 minutes before landing. Morning flights are ideal as the sun will be behind the aircraft, illuminating the Greek islands and the Alps perfectly for photography. Ensure you choose a seat ahead of or behind the wing to avoid obstructing the view of the coastline.
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Tel Aviv Shoreline
Aerial view of the Tel Aviv-Yafo coastline and the Mediterranean beaches immediately after takeoff.
Crete
Distanced views of the southern rugged coastline and mountainous terrain of Greece's largest island.
Apennine Mountains
The central mountain range of Italy becomes visible as the flight crosses from the Adriatic toward the Po Valley.
Po Valley
The vast, fertile green plains of Northern Italy arranged in a distinct patchwork of agricultural fields.
Lombardy Towns
Detailed views of the industrial and residential outskirts of Milan during the final descent into Malpensa.
Sit on the left for afternoon flights to experience the sunset over the Mediterranean Sea. Be aware that during winter months, the Po Valley is often covered in thick fog (nebbia), which can obscure ground views during the final 20 minutes of flight. This side is generally quieter for photography due to the sun being on the opposite side during morning departures.
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Get eSIMs for ItalyDistance: 2,706 km (1,681 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 36 min
Departure: TLV (32.011398315429695, 34.88669967651367)
Arrival: MXP (45.6306, 8.728110000000001)
Route Type: International
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