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BEY → ATH
Which side of the plane to sit from Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport (Beirut) to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (Athens)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side is superior for this route as it offers the best views of the Southern Cyclades islands and the iconic approach into Athens over the Saronic Gulf and Cape Sounion.
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Beirut Waterfront
A stunning aerial view of the Lebanese capital's coastline immediately after takeoff.
Southern Cyprus
Clear views of Limassol and the British Overseas Territory of Akrotiri as you pass the island.
Rhodes and Dodecanese
Spot the historic island of Rhodes and the surrounding smaller gems of the Dodecanese chain.
Cyclades Archipelago
A bird's-eye view of the world-famous white-and-blue clusters of the Greek islands in the Aegean.
Cape Sounion
The ancient Temple of Poseidon is often visible on the cliffside during the descent into Athens.
For the best experience, book an evening flight to catch the sunset over the Aegean Sea. If the flight approaches from the south, the left side provides a direct view of the Saronic Gulf islands. Use high shutter speeds for photos to capture the intricate shapes of the Greek islands through the atmospheric haze.
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Mount Lebanon
Distant views of the snow-capped peaks of the Lebanese mountain range shortly after departure.
Northern Cyprus Coastline
Rugged views of the Kyrenia mountains and the northern shores of the island of Cyprus.
Turkish Riviera
On clear days, the southern coast of Turkey near Dalaman and Marmaris is visible on the horizon.
Euboea Island
The massive island of Evia dominates the right side during the final descent into the Attica region.
Mount Parnitha
Views of the mountain ranges surrounding the northern plains of the Athens metropolitan area.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights as it avoids direct sun glare. It provides a better perspective of the mountainous terrain of northern Greece and the Turkish coastline. Keep an eye out for the island of Evia, which serves as a landmark for the final 15 minutes of the flight.
Book Hotels in AthensDistance: 1,135 km (705 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 31 min
Departure: BEY (33.820899963378906, 35.488399505615234)
Arrival: ATH (37.9364013672, 23.944499969499997)
Route Type: International
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