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ATH → IOA
Which side of the plane to sit from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (Athens) to Ioannina Airport (Ioannina)?
Right Side of the Plane
While the left side offers coastal views, the right side provides a more dramatic perspective of Greece's mountainous 'spine' and a stunning approach over Lake Pamvotida.
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Mount Parnassus
View the legendary home of the Muses and one of Greece's most prominent mountain massifs.
Pindus Mountain Range
Fly parallel to the 'Spine of Greece,' featuring jagged limestone peaks and deep forested valleys.
Lake Pamvotida
A breathtaking view of the lake surrounding the Ioannina island during the descent.
Ioannina Cityscape
Aerial view of the historic castle walls and the transition from urban life to mountain wilderness.
Vikos-Aoos National Park
In the distance, the rugged northern terrain hints at the deepest canyons in the world.
The right side is the definitive choice for mountain enthusiasts. Aim for a morning flight when the sun illuminates the Pindus peaks from the east. In winter, these mountains are heavily snow-capped, providing a stark, beautiful contrast to the blue of Lake Pamvotida on arrival.
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Gulf of Corinth
Exquisite views of the deep blue waters separating central Greece from the Peloponnese.
Rion-Antirion Bridge
Look for the iconic white cables of one of the world's longest multi-span cable-stayed bridges.
Ambracian Gulf
A unique, nearly enclosed gulf known for its wetlands and diverse bird populations near Preveza.
Ionian Coast
Distant glimpses of the turquoise Ionian Sea and the rugged western shoreline of Epirus.
Sit on the left for maritime scenery and to catch the engineering marvel of the Rion-Antirion Bridge. For evening flights, this side may experience significant glare from the setting sun over the Ionian Sea.
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Get eSIMs for GreeceDistance: 334 km (208 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 33 min
Departure: ATH (37.9364013672, 23.944499969499997)
Arrival: IOA (39.6963996887207, 20.82250022888184)
Route Type: Domestic
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