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ATH → KRR
Which side of the plane to sit from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (Athens) to Krasnodar Pashkovsky International Airport (Krasnodar)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior panorama of the Aegean archipelago, the Bosphorus crossing, and the stunning northern Turkish coastline before the approach toward the Caucasus region.
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Athens Basin
A spectacular aerial view of the historic city, including the Parthenon and the Saronic Gulf islands, shortly after takeoff.
Chios and Lesbos
Detailed views of these major Greek islands nestled closely against the coastline of Asia Minor.
The Bosphorus
The iconic maritime gateway between the Mediterranean and Black Seas, dividing the continents of Europe and Asia.
Pontic Mountains
The lush, forested mountain range that runs along the northern coast of Turkey, often shrouded in dramatic clouds.
Greater Caucasus
Breathtaking distant views of snow-capped peaks, including potentially Mt. Elbrus, as you head toward Krasnodar.
The right side is the prime choice for late afternoon flights, as the setting sun illuminates the Caucasus Mountains and the Anatolian coastline. Bring a polarized filter for your camera to cut through the haze over the Black Sea. During the approach to KRR, look southeast to catch the last light hitting the high alpine peaks.
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Euboea Island
Vivid views of Greece's second-largest island with its rugged mountains and the narrow Euripus Strait.
Thracian Sea
The northernmost part of the Aegean, offering deep blue vistas and views of the Chalkidiki peninsula in the distance.
Bulgarian Riviera
Distant glimpses of the Balkan mountain range meeting the Black Sea coast near Burgas.
Kuban Steppe
The vast, fertile agricultural plains of southern Russia characterized by a patchwork of green and gold fields during descent.
Opt for the left side on morning flights to avoid direct sunlight and glare. This side is better for observing the transition from the Mediterranean climate to the temperate plains of southern Russia. Keep an eye out for the Crimean coastline if the flight path takes a more northerly route over the Black Sea.
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Get eSIMs for RussiaDistance: 1,490 km (926 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 59 min
Departure: ATH (37.9364013672, 23.944499969499997)
Arrival: KRR (45.034698486328, 39.170501708984)
Route Type: International
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