The left side wins on both ends of the flight: Peak District terrain at departure and the Gozo-Comino-Malta coastal sequence on arrival give it more visual interest than the right side's flatter English countryside and open Mediterranean views.
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Flight Path
Manchester to Malta is 1,456 miles (2,343 km), a flight of about 2 hours 55 minutes.
The route crosses southern England, the English Channel, central France near the Massif Central, and the western Mediterranean past Sardinia before reaching Malta.
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from MAN
LEFTDeparting Manchester on runway 23 and turning south, the left side faces east toward the Peak District's rolling hills and gritstone edges, a nice contrast to the flat Cheshire plain on the right. As the climb continues, the Pennines remain visible on the left before the route heads toward the Channel.
Landing at MLA
LEFTOn approach to Malta from the north for runway 31, the left side offers views of Gozo and Comino floating in turquoise water before the turn onto final, followed by Malta's rugged limestone coastline near Mellieha Bay. The right side mostly shows open Mediterranean until late in the approach.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Manchester (MAN) to Luqa (MLA)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Manchester to Malta. The left side wins on both ends of the flight: Peak District terrain at departure and the Gozo-Comino-Malta coastal sequence on arrival give it more visual interest than the right side's flatter English countryside and open Mediterranean views.
What can I see during takeoff from Manchester in Manchester?
During takeoff from Manchester (MAN), sit on the Left side for the best views. Departing Manchester on runway 23 and turning south, the left side faces east toward the Peak District's rolling hills and gritstone edges, a nice contrast to the flat Cheshire plain on the right. As the climb continues, the Pennines remain visible on the left before the route heads toward the Channel. Notable sights include: Peak District hills, Pennine ridgeline, Manchester's southern suburbs, Cheshire plain (right side, less distinct).
What can I see when landing at Luqa in Malta?
When landing at Luqa (MLA), sit on the Left side for the best views. On approach to Malta from the north for runway 31, the left side offers views of Gozo and Comino floating in turquoise water before the turn onto final, followed by Malta's rugged limestone coastline near Mellieha Bay. The right side mostly shows open Mediterranean until late in the approach. Notable sights include: Gozo island, Comino, Mellieha Bay, Malta's northern coastline.
How long is the flight from Manchester to Malta?
The flight from Manchester (MAN) to Luqa (MLA) takes about 2 hours 55 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 1,456 miles (2,343 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Manchester to Malta flight path pass over?
The route crosses southern England, the English Channel, central France near the Massif Central, and the western Mediterranean past Sardinia before reaching Malta.