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ATH → AMM
Which side of the plane to sit from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (Athens) to Queen Alia International Airport (Amman)?
Right Side of the Plane
While both sides offer stunning Aegean views, the right side is superior for the arrival phase, providing a front-row seat to the Tel Aviv coastline, the stark Judean Desert, and the breathtaking turquoise expanse of the Dead Sea before touchdown.
Cape Sounion
The iconic Temple of Poseidon perched on the cliff edge is often visible as the plane leaves the Greek mainland.
Santorini Caldera
Depending on the flight path, you can spot the unique crescent-shaped volcanic islands of the southern Aegean.
Tel Aviv Skyline
A perfect view of the Mediterranean coastline, featuring the skyscrapers of Tel Aviv and the ancient port of Jaffa.
The Dead Sea
The highlight of the trip, featuring the lowest point on earth with its distinct salt formations and deep blue-green water.
Judean Desert
The dramatic, arid landscape of deep canyons and limestone ridges leading down to the Jordan Rift Valley.
Sit behind the wing for an unobstructed view of the Dead Sea, which is the most spectacular geographic feature on this route. For late afternoon flights, the desert landscape is bathed in a golden hue, perfect for photography. The approach usually turns over the Jordan River, offering deep contrast between the green valley and the surrounding desert.
Athens Riviera
Aerial views of the upscale coastal suburbs of Glyfada and Vouliagmeni immediately after takeoff.
Northern Cyclades
Clear views of the islands of Andros, Tinos, and the hilly landscapes of Mykonos.
Anatolian Coastline
Distant but majestic views of the rugged Taurus Mountains along the southern coast of Turkey.
Sea of Galilee
On clear northern approaches, the freshwater lake of Gennesaret is visible nestled in the hills of northern Israel.
Ancient Jerash
The expansive Greco-Roman ruins of Gerasa are often visible during the final descent into Amman.
The left side is ideal for morning flights to avoid the harsh glare of the southern sun. It offers better views of the Turkish coast and northern Jordan's historical sites. Watch for the change from blue sea to the green hills of the Galilee region.
Distance: 1,297 km (806 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 44 min
Departure: ATH (37.9364013672, 23.944499969499997)
Arrival: AMM (31.7226009369, 35.9931983948)
Route Type: International
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