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ATH → ZRH
Which side of the plane to sit from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (Athens) to Zürich Airport (Zurich)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side of the aircraft offers an exceptional panorama of the rugged Balkan coastline, the stunning turquoise archipelago of Croatia, and a dramatic high-altitude crossing of the Alps before descending into Zurich.
Pindus Mountains
The 'Spine of Greece' offers dramatic ridges and deep limestone gorges visible during the initial climb.
Dalmatian Coast
Unrivaled views of the Croatian coastline with its hundreds of islands and white-stone coastal towns like Dubrovnik and Split.
The High Alps
A breathtaking transition from the sea to the snow-capped giants of the Julian and Austrian Alps.
Lake Zurich
If landing from the south, you get a perfect view of the long, narrow lake and the city of Zurich on the right side.
Athens Cityscape
Depending on the runway, you may see the sprawling urban landscape of Athens and the Aegean coast.
The right side is the clear winner for geographic diversity. For the best photography, morning flights are preferred to have the sun behind you while viewing the Balkan coast. Watch the flight map closely as you cross the Croatian border for the most intricate island patterns.
Gulf of Corinth
Spectacular views of the narrow strip of water separating the Peloponnese from mainland Greece shortly after takeoff.
Ionian Islands
Lush green islands like Corfu and Lefkada appear as emerald jewels in the deep blue Ionian Sea.
Adriatic Horizon
Wide-angle views of the sea, often featuring white wakes from ferries and cargo ships traveling between Italy and Greece.
Bernese Alps
Distinguished peaks of the western Swiss Alps visible in the distance during the descent into Zurich.
Choose the left side for afternoon or evening flights to enjoy a beautiful sunset over the Adriatic Sea. This side also provides a clearer view of the Corinth Canal if the departure path takes the plane south before turning northwest.
Distance: 1,639 km (1,018 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 11 min
Departure: ATH (37.9364013672, 23.944499969499997)
Arrival: ZRH (47.464699, 8.54917)
Route Type: International
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