About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Linate (LIN) to Porto Santo (PXO)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Milan to Porto Santo. Right-side seats capture the Alps and Po Valley during the critical initial climb from Milan, which is the most visually dramatic segment. The landing approach to Porto Santo favors left, but the takeoff advantage is more pronounced and memorable.
What can I see during takeoff from Linate in Milan?
During takeoff from Linate (LIN), sit on the Right side for the best views. Linate typically departs runway 36L/R (northbound). Right-side seats offer views of the Alps as you climb northward, then the Po River valley spreads beneath you. Left side faces the industrial suburbs of Milan immediately after takeoff. Notable sights include: Alps (northern horizon during climb), Po River valley (broad and distinctive below), Lake Como (visible to the northeast as a long thin body of water), Apennine Mountains (southern skyline).
What can I see when landing at Porto Santo in Porto Santo?
When landing at Porto Santo (PXO), sit on the Left side for the best views. Porto Santo airport (Porto Santo, Madeira region) typically uses runway 17/35. Approaching from the northeast on descent, left-side seats show the dramatic volcanic terrain and coastal cliffs of Porto Santo island. Right side faces open Atlantic. Notable sights include: Porto Santo volcanic plateau (distinctive reddish-brown terrain), Atlantic coastline with cliff formations, smaller neighboring islands (Ilhéu de Cima visible nearby), Madeira island (visible in distance to the southeast).
How long is the flight from Milan to Porto Santo?
The flight from Linate (LIN) to Porto Santo (PXO) takes Approximately 3 hours 45 minutes.
What does the Milan to Porto Santo flight path pass over?
The flight path crosses the Mediterranean Sea south of France and Spain. Notable features include the Pyrenees (visible to the left/west during the southern France portion), the Mediterranean coastline near Barcelona and Valencia (right side), and the transition to open Atlantic waters west of the Iberian Peninsula. The Strait of Gibraltar region passes to the south. As you approach Porto Santo, the Canary Islands may be visible far to the south on very clear days, and Madeira becomes increasingly prominent on the right/southeast.