Right-side seats win overall because the takeoff scenery over the Aegean is more visually distinctive and dramatic than the landing approach. The turquoise waters and island geography provide clearer, more photogenic views than the hazy Po Valley approach to Milan.
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Flight Path
Rhodos to Milano is 1,189 miles (1,913 km), a flight of about 3 hours 15 minutes.
The flight path crosses the central Mediterranean, passing east of Crete and west of Cyprus. Over the Ionian Sea and Albania/Greece border region, you'll see the Pindus Mountains running north-south along mainland Greece. As you approach Italy, the Apennine Mountains become visible running the length of the Italian peninsula. The flight typically passes over or near the Tyrrhenian Sea before turning northeast toward Milan.
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from RHO
RIGHTRight-side seats capture the Aegean Sea and the Rhodes coastline during the northwestward climb. You'll see the island's eastern shore and the transition from turquoise shallows to deeper blue water as the aircraft gains altitude.
Landing at MXP
LEFTLeft-side seats provide the best views during the descent into Malpensa. You'll see the Alps approaching from the north and west, and the Po River valley with Milan's urban sprawl becoming visible as you descend toward the airport northwest of the city.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Diagoras (RHO) to Malpensa (MXP)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Rhodos to Milano. Right-side seats win overall because the takeoff scenery over the Aegean is more visually distinctive and dramatic than the landing approach. The turquoise waters and island geography provide clearer, more photogenic views than the hazy Po Valley approach to Milan.
What can I see during takeoff from Diagoras in Rhodos?
During takeoff from Diagoras (RHO), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right-side seats capture the Aegean Sea and the Rhodes coastline during the northwestward climb. You'll see the island's eastern shore and the transition from turquoise shallows to deeper blue water as the aircraft gains altitude. Notable sights include: Rhodes island coastline, Aegean Sea, Symi island (smaller island visible to the northwest), Turkish coast in the distance.
What can I see when landing at Malpensa in Milano?
When landing at Malpensa (MXP), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left-side seats provide the best views during the descent into Malpensa. You'll see the Alps approaching from the north and west, and the Po River valley with Milan's urban sprawl becoming visible as you descend toward the airport northwest of the city. Notable sights include: Alps mountain range (snow-capped peaks), Po River valley, Milan metropolitan area, Ticino River.
How long is the flight from Rhodos to Milano?
The flight from Diagoras (RHO) to Malpensa (MXP) takes about 3 hours 15 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 1,189 miles (1,913 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Rhodos to Milano flight path pass over?
The flight path crosses the central Mediterranean, passing east of Crete and west of Cyprus. Over the Ionian Sea and Albania/Greece border region, you'll see the Pindus Mountains running north-south along mainland Greece. As you approach Italy, the Apennine Mountains become visible running the length of the Italian peninsula. The flight typically passes over or near the Tyrrhenian Sea before turning northeast toward Milan.