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ATH → EDI
Which side of the plane to sit from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (Athens) to Edinburgh Airport (Edinburgh)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers an exceptional vantage point for the dramatic Swiss Alps and the iconic approach over the Firth of Forth into Edinburgh.
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Athens & Parnassus
A stunning aerial perspective of the Attic basin and the limestone peaks of Mount Parnassus during departure.
Dalmatian Coast
The intricate mosaic of Croatia's thousands of islands and deep blue channels of the Adriatic Sea.
Central Alps
Breathtaking, close-up views of the jagged Dolomites and the high peaks of the Swiss and Austrian Alps.
Rhine Valley
The winding Rhine River, famous for its dense concentration of historic castles and terraced vineyards.
Firth of Forth
On approach, witness the historic Forth Bridge and the coastal towns of Fife before touching down.
Sit on the right side for the 'money shot' of the Alps approximately 90-100 minutes into the flight. If the wind is from the west, the approach into EDI on this side typically offers a spectacular view of Edinburgh Castle and the city's historic skyline.
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Ionian Sea
Glittering views of the Greek islands and the turquoise waters of the Ionian coast shortly after takeoff.
Italian Adriatic
A sweeping view of the Italian coastline and the industrial ports of the eastern peninsula.
Western Alps
Distant but impressive views of the snow-capped French and Italian peaks, including the Mont Blanc massif.
The Lake District
Views of the rugged fells and glacial lakes of Northern England as the flight crosses into the UK.
Choose this side for softer light during afternoon flights to avoid the direct southern sun. Look out for the rolling hills of the Scottish Borders during the final ten minutes of the flight.
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Get eSIMs for United KingdomDistance: 2,848 km (1,770 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 48 min
Departure: ATH (37.9364013672, 23.944499969499997)
Arrival: EDI (55.95000076293945, -3.372499942779541)
Route Type: International
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