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ATH โ VCE
Which side of the plane to sit from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (Athens) to Venice Marco Polo Airport (Venice)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers an unparalleled panoramic view of the Balkan coastline, including the rugged mountains of Montenegro and the spectacular island-dotted Dalmatian coast of Croatia, culminating in a prime view of the Venetian lagoon.
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Pindus Mountains
The 'spine of Greece' offers dramatic snow-capped peaks and deep gorges shortly after leaving the Athens area.
Bay of Kotor
The stunning fjord-like winding bay in Montenegro, surrounded by limestone cliffs and medieval towns.
Dalmatian Archipelago
The incredible sight of hundreds of Croatian islands like Hvar and Braฤ scattered across the turquoise waters.
Istrian Peninsula
The heart-shaped peninsula of Croatia, featuring green rolling hills and historic coastal towns like Rovinj.
Venice Historic Center
The ultimate view of St. Mark's Square, the Grand Canal, and the iconic red roofs of Venice during the approach to Marco Polo Airport.
This is the premier side for this route. Sit behind the wing to ensure an unobstructed view of the Croatian islands. Morning flights provide excellent front-lighting for the Balkan mountains. During the approach to VCE, the plane often performs a right-hand pattern over the lagoon, giving right-side passengers a breathtaking top-down view of the entire historic city of Venice.
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Saronic Gulf
Aerial views of the islands near Athens and the northeastern coastline of the Peloponnese shortly after takeoff.
Ionian Sea
The deep blue expanse where the Mediterranean meets the Adriatic, often dotted with white-sailed yachts.
Gargano Peninsula
On clear days, the 'spur' of Italy's boot is visible across the Adriatic as you head north.
Port of Marghera
The industrial hub of Venice and the long bridge linking the mainland to the historic city during the final descent.
Choose the left side for dramatic sunset views over the open sea during evening flights. It provides a better perspective of the Italian mainland and the industrial geography of the Venetian region upon landing, which contrasts sharply with the historic center.
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Get eSIMs for ItalyDistance: 1,276 km (793 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 42 min
Departure: ATH (37.9364013672, 23.944499969499997)
Arrival: VCE (45.505299, 12.3519)
Route Type: International
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