Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Kathmandu to Milano. The takeoff views of the Himalayan peaks and Kathmandu Valley are more visually dramatic and unique than the landing approach. While the landing offers Alpine views, the Himalayan scenery during departure is more distinctive and memorable for most passengers.

During takeoff from Tribhuvan International (KTM), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left side offers immediate views of the Kathmandu Valley rim and the snow-capped Himalayan peaks that dominate the northern horizon during climb-out. Right side faces south toward lower terrain with less dramatic scenery. Notable sights include: Kathmandu Valley floor with Pashupatinath temple area, Shivapuri Lekh ridge to the north, Langtang Himal range (snow peaks) on the far northern horizon, Bhaktapur and Banepa towns to the east.

When landing at Malpensa (MXP), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right side provides the best views during descent into Malpensa. The approach typically comes from the east over the Lombardy Plain, and right-side seats face north toward the Alps and Lake Como, while also capturing the Po River valley and Milan's urban sprawl. Notable sights include: Lake Como (Lago di Como) with its distinctive Y-shape, the Alps and Prealps to the north, Po River valley to the south, Milan metropolitan area and Malpensa airport approach corridor.

The flight from Tribhuvan International (KTM) to Malpensa (MXP) takes 7h 15m.

The flight path crosses the Himalayas (Everest massif and surrounding peaks visible at altitude), then traverses the Indo-Gangetic Plain with the Ganges River, crosses into Pakistan over the Indus River valley, continues over the Hindu Kush and Pamir regions, then enters Central Asia before turning northwest toward the Caspian Sea region, eventually crossing the Caucasus Mountains, and descending into the Po Valley and Alps approaching Milan.