The takeoff Alps views are more dramatic and visually distinctive than the landing approach. The right side captures the snow-capped western Alps during climb-out, which is the single most striking natural feature on this route. The landing views are pleasant but less spectacular.
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Flight Path
Milano to Copenhagen is 711 miles (1,144 km), a flight of about 2 hours 15 minutes.
Swiss Plateau and Jura Mountains (crossing Switzerland), Rhine River valley, Black Forest foothills (Germany-France border), North German Plain, Kiel Canal approaches (northern Germany), Baltic coastal regions approaching Denmark
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from MXP
RIGHTRight-side seats offer views of the Alps immediately after departure. Aircraft climb northeastward from Malpensa, and the right wing faces the snow-capped peaks of the western Alps as they gain altitude. Left side shows the flat Lombardy plain.
Landing at CPH
LEFTLeft-side seats provide views during the descent into Copenhagen. Aircraft approach from the southwest, and the left wing faces the Danish coastline, the Øresund Strait, and the approach to Kastrup. Right side shows inland Scania (Sweden) and less distinctive terrain.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Malpensa (MXP) to Kastrup (CPH)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Milano to Copenhagen. The takeoff Alps views are more dramatic and visually distinctive than the landing approach. The right side captures the snow-capped western Alps during climb-out, which is the single most striking natural feature on this route. The landing views are pleasant but less spectacular.
What can I see during takeoff from Malpensa in Milano?
During takeoff from Malpensa (MXP), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right-side seats offer views of the Alps immediately after departure. Aircraft climb northeastward from Malpensa, and the right wing faces the snow-capped peaks of the western Alps as they gain altitude. Left side shows the flat Lombardy plain. Notable sights include: Western Alps (Monte Rosa massif), Lake Maggiore, Ticino River valley, Lombardy plain extending south.
What can I see when landing at Kastrup in Copenhagen?
When landing at Kastrup (CPH), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left-side seats provide views during the descent into Copenhagen. Aircraft approach from the southwest, and the left wing faces the Danish coastline, the Øresund Strait, and the approach to Kastrup. Right side shows inland Scania (Sweden) and less distinctive terrain. Notable sights include: Øresund Strait, Swedish coast (Scania), Copenhagen metropolitan area, Amager Island.
How long is the flight from Milano to Copenhagen?
The flight from Malpensa (MXP) to Kastrup (CPH) takes about 2 hours 15 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 711 miles (1,144 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Milano to Copenhagen flight path pass over?
Swiss Plateau and Jura Mountains (crossing Switzerland), Rhine River valley, Black Forest foothills (Germany-France border), North German Plain, Kiel Canal approaches (northern Germany), Baltic coastal regions approaching Denmark