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ATH → ADB
Which side of the plane to sit from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (Athens) to Adnan Menderes International Airport (Izmir)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a superior view of the Karaburun Peninsula and the vast Izmir Bay, offering a more dramatic urban and coastal arrival as you descend into Turkey.
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Attica Coastline
Views of the rugged eastern Attica coast and the port of Rafina immediately after departing Athens.
Chios Island
A high-altitude perspective of Chios, known for its mastic groves and medieval villages, situated just off the Turkish coast.
Karaburun Peninsula
The entry point to Turkey, featuring steep cliffs, deep blue coves, and the winding roads of the Izmir province.
Izmir Metropolitan Area
A sweeping view of the third-largest city in Turkey, including the dense urban sprawl and the historic Konak district.
Gulf of Izmir
A panoramic look at the massive bay, filled with cargo ships and ferries navigating toward the city center.
For the best photography, choose a morning flight to have the sun behind you. This side is particularly spectacular during the descent when the plane banks over the Aegean to align with the runway, offering a full view of the Izmir coastline. In winter, keep an eye out for snow on the peaks of the distant Pindus mountains at the start of the trip.
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Cape Sounion
Depending on the takeoff path, a glimpse of the ancient Temple of Poseidon perched on the southern tip of Attica.
Cyclades Islands
Stunning aerial views of Andros and Tinos, with their distinctive white-washed architecture and terraced hillsides.
Icaria and Samos
The mountainous terrain of the eastern Aegean islands, including the towering Mount Kerkis on Samos.
Kusadasi Coast
The bustling resort town of Kusadasi and the lush Dilek Peninsula National Park visible during the final descent.
Ephesus Plains
The fertile Meander River valley near Selçuk, which houses the ruins of the ancient city of Ephesus.
The right side is ideal for island lovers, as it passes closer to the heart of the Cyclades. During late afternoon flights, be prepared for significant sun glare over the water. Keep your eyes peeled just minutes before touchdown to spot the ancient Roman ruins near Ephesus and the St. John's Basilica in Selçuk.
Book Hotels in IzmirDistance: 284 km (176 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 28 min
Departure: ATH (37.9364013672, 23.944499969499997)
Arrival: ADB (38.2924003601, 27.156999588)
Route Type: International
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