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Our Recommendation
8.7

Left Side of the Plane

The left side is favored for its extended coastal views over the Mediterranean and Aegean, offering a spectacular sequence of Greek islands and the French coast.

Left Side Highlights
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Aegean Islands

Crystal clear views of Rhodes, Kos, and the Cyclades chain shortly after departure.

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Italian Coast

The dramatic coastline of the Adriatic and the northern Italian plains near Venice.

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Maritime Alps

Glancing views of the southern Alpine ridges as the flight moves toward Central Europe.

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French Countryside

The patchwork patterns of the Burgundy vineyards and the rolling hills of eastern France.

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English Channel

Aerial view of the world's busiest shipping lane and the approach to the Sussex coast.

For the best photography of the Aegean islands, choose an early afternoon flight when the sun is high. Avoid seats directly over the wing to capture the descent into Gatwick, where you might see the South Downs National Park.

Right Side Highlights
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Taurus Mountains

Dramatic limestone peaks and deep valleys immediately north of Antalya upon takeoff.

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Balkan Peaks

Rugged terrain and remote mountain ranges across Bulgaria and Serbia.

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Central Alps

Deep views into the heart of the Austrian and Swiss Alps, including snow-capped massifs.

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Southern Germany

The dense forests and structured landscapes of the Black Forest region.

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Greater London

Depending on the approach pattern, a distant view of the London skyline to the north.

The right side is superior for viewing the high peaks of the Alps mid-flight. Sit away from the wing to see the Taurus Mountains right after takeoff. On clear days, you may spot Lake Constance on the border of Germany and Switzerland.

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Route Information

Distance: 2,908 km (1,807 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 53 min

Departure: AYT (36.898701, 30.800501)

Arrival: LGW (51.148102, -0.190278)

Route Type: International

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