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ATH → TLV
Which side of the plane to sit from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (Athens) to Ben Gurion International Airport (Tel-aviv)?
Right Side of the Plane
While both sides offer stunning views of the Aegean islands, the Right Side is the clear winner for the approach into Tel Aviv, offering panoramic views of the Mediterranean coastline and the city's modern skyline.
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Santorini
The distinctive crescent-shaped caldera and the white-washed villages of Oia and Fira perched on the cliffs.
Crete
The rugged northern coastline of Crete and the snow-capped White Mountains during the winter months.
Tel Aviv Promenade
A stunning view of the Mediterranean coastline, the beach strip, and the high-rise buildings of the 'White City'.
Old Jaffa
The ancient stone port of Jaffa and its iconic clock tower as the plane banks for its final approach into Ben Gurion.
The right side is ideal for late afternoon flights as the sun sets over the Mediterranean, casting a golden glow over the Greek islands and the Tel Aviv skyline. For the best photos of the Israeli coast, choose a seat behind the wing to ensure an unobstructed view of the urban sprawl and the Mediterranean shoreline.
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Attic Coastline
The southern tip of the Attica peninsula, featuring the Temple of Poseidon at Sounion visible on clear days.
The Cyclades
Aerial views of Mykonos, Naxos, and the smaller island chains dotting the deep blue Aegean.
Rhodes
The northern tip of Rhodes island, including the historic Rhodes city and its medieval fortifications.
Levantine Sea
Vast stretches of the eastern Mediterranean where you can spot large cargo ships heading toward the Suez Canal.
Sit on the left if you are flying in the early morning to avoid the direct glare of the sun. This side offers better views of the Northern Israeli coastline, including Haifa and Mount Carmel, if the flight path tracks slightly further north before turning for approach.
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Get eSIMs for IsraelDistance: 1,194 km (742 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 36 min
Departure: ATH (37.9364013672, 23.944499969499997)
Arrival: TLV (32.011398315429695, 34.88669967651367)
Route Type: International
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