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ATH → HAM
Which side of the plane to sit from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (Athens) to Hamburg Airport (Hamburg)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side is generally superior as it provides better views of the Ionian Sea islands during departure and typically offers a more dramatic perspective of the central Austrian Alps and the historic cities of Southern Germany.
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Ionian Islands
Exquisite views of the Greek islands of Lefkada and Corfu shortly after departure from Athens.
Adriatic Coastline
Vistas of the shimmering Adriatic Sea and the distant Italian coastline as the plane heads north.
Hohe Tauern Alps
A spectacular crossing of the Austrian Alps, featuring snow-capped peaks and glacial valleys.
Nuremberg
The historic Bavarian city and its surrounding forests are often visible during the mid-flight cruise.
Hamburg City View
On standard northern approaches, the left side often glimpses the Alster lake and the city center.
For the best lighting, morning flights favor the left side to avoid direct southern sun glare. Keep your camera ready about 60-80 minutes into the flight for the most dramatic Alpine peaks. Look for the distinctive turquoise waters of the Ionian Sea within the first 20 minutes of takeoff.
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Pindus Mountains
The rugged, mountainous spine of mainland Greece provides a dramatic landscape early in the journey.
Dinaric Alps
Stunning limestone formations and deep valleys across Montenegro and Bosnia and Herzegovina.
Salzburg Alps
Aerial views of the Berchtesgaden region and the outskirts of the Austrian Lake District.
Harz National Park
The dark, dense forests of central Germany and the prominent Brocken peak.
Port of Hamburg
Excellent views of the massive container terminals and the Elbe River during the final descent.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights as the sun moves west. It offers better views of the expansive Port of Hamburg if the wind dictates a landing from the north (Runway 15). Pay attention during the mid-portion of the flight for the stark contrast between the Balkan mountains and the green German plains.
Book Hotels in HamburgDistance: 2,045 km (1,271 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 44 min
Departure: ATH (37.9364013672, 23.944499969499997)
Arrival: HAM (53.630401611328, 9.988229751586902)
Route Type: International
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