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VKO → MXP
Which side of the plane to sit from Vnukovo International Airport (Moscow) to Malpensa International Airport (Milano)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side is superior, particularly during the final third of the flight, offering breathtaking views of the Central Alps, Swiss peaks, and a stunning descent over the Italian Lakes region.
Belarussian Forests
Dense, vast spans of Eastern European greenery and marshlands during the first hour of flight.
Bavarian Landscape
Clear views of Southern Germany's organized farmland and the distant outskirts of Munich or Lake Constance.
Swiss Alps Panorama
A spectacular front-row seat to the snow-capped High Alps, including views toward the Bernese Oberland.
Mont Blanc
On clear days during the descent, Europe's highest peak is often visible to the west-southwest.
Lake Maggiore
A dramatic view of this deep blue glacial lake and its Borromean Islands during the final approach into Malpensa.
This is the 'scenic side' for the Alpine crossing. Choose a window seat forward of the wing to get unobstructed photos of the Swiss peaks. For late afternoon flights, the 'Golden Hour' provides incredible orange and pink hues over the glaciers just before landing.
Moscow Cityscape
Aerial view of Moscow's western suburbs and the sprawling urban landscape immediately after takeoff from Vnukovo.
Vistula River
The winding path of Poland's longest river as the flight path crosses central Poland near Warsaw.
Austrian Alps
The southern horizon provides views of the jagged Austrian and Tyrolean peaks during the cruise phase.
Lake Garda
On a southerly approach, the largest lake in Italy may be visible in the distance to the south.
Po Valley
The fertile, flat plains of Northern Italy come into view as the aircraft begins its final descent into the Milan area.
Sit on the left for softer morning light during westward travel, which prevents harsh glare when photographing the Russian and Polish landscapes. In winter, this side catches the low southern sun, highlighting the relief of the Alpine foothills.
Distance: 2,275 km (1,414 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 2 min
Departure: VKO (55.591499328599994, 37.2615013123)
Arrival: MXP (45.6306, 8.728110000000001)
Route Type: International
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