While takeoff offers Malta's coastal beauty on the right, the landing descent into Bologna on the left provides more dramatic and varied scenery: the Po River valley, Apennine Mountains, and the historic city itself. The left side captures the more geographically significant portion of the journey.
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Flight Path
Malta to Bologna is 624 miles (1,004 km), a flight of about 2 hours 15 minutes.
The flight path crosses the central Mediterranean, passing over open sea between Malta and Italy. As you approach the Italian coast, you'll see the Adriatic coastline near the Marche region, then the transition from coastal plains to the foothills of the Apennines. The Po River valley becomes increasingly visible as you descend toward Bologna, with its characteristic flat, agricultural landscape and extensive irrigation systems.
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from MLA
RIGHTRight-side seats offer views of Malta's distinctive coastline and the Maltese archipelago as you climb out northwestward. You'll see the irregular rocky shores and small islands that define Malta's geography.
Landing at BLQ
LEFTLeft-side seats provide excellent views during the descent into Bologna. You'll see the Po River valley, the Apennine Mountains to the south, and the city of Bologna itself as you approach from the southwest.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Luqa (MLA) to Bologna (BLQ)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Malta to Bologna. While takeoff offers Malta's coastal beauty on the right, the landing descent into Bologna on the left provides more dramatic and varied scenery: the Po River valley, Apennine Mountains, and the historic city itself. The left side captures the more geographically significant portion of the journey.
What can I see during takeoff from Luqa in Malta?
During takeoff from Luqa (MLA), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right-side seats offer views of Malta's distinctive coastline and the Maltese archipelago as you climb out northwestward. You'll see the irregular rocky shores and small islands that define Malta's geography. Notable sights include: Malta's northern coastline with Mellieha Bay, Comino island to the northeast, Gozo island further north, Mediterranean Sea.
What can I see when landing at Bologna in Bologna?
When landing at Bologna (BLQ), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left-side seats provide excellent views during the descent into Bologna. You'll see the Po River valley, the Apennine Mountains to the south, and the city of Bologna itself as you approach from the southwest. Notable sights include: Po River and its floodplain, Apennine Mountains (southern horizon), Bologna city center with its distinctive towers, Emilia-Romagna agricultural plains.
How long is the flight from Malta to Bologna?
The flight from Luqa (MLA) to Bologna (BLQ) takes about 2 hours 15 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 624 miles (1,004 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Malta to Bologna flight path pass over?
The flight path crosses the central Mediterranean, passing over open sea between Malta and Italy. As you approach the Italian coast, you'll see the Adriatic coastline near the Marche region, then the transition from coastal plains to the foothills of the Apennines. The Po River valley becomes increasingly visible as you descend toward Bologna, with its characteristic flat, agricultural landscape and extensive irrigation systems.