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BLL → CHQ
Which side of the plane to sit from Billund Airport (Billund) to Chania International Airport (Chania)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers spectacular views of the snow-capped Austrian Alps, the turquoise waters and island chains along the Croatian Adriatic coast, and the dramatic mountain ranges of the Peloponnese.
The High Alps
Breathtaking panoramas of the highest peaks in Austria and the Julian Alps in Slovenia.
Adriatic Coastline
Stunning views of the Dalmatian Islands and the crystal-clear waters along the Croatian coast.
Peloponnese Peninsula
Detailed views of the rugged Mani and Messenia peninsulas as you cross into Greek airspace.
Ionian Sea Crossing
A beautiful stretch of open water before the descent into the southern Aegean region.
Lefka Ori (White Mountains)
The iconic snow-dusted peaks of western Crete dominate the view during the final descent.
The right side is superior for coastal photography. On the approach to Chania, keep your camera ready for the White Mountains. Avoid mid-day flights if possible to reduce glare from the Mediterranean sun reflected off the wing.
Northern German Plains
Vast agricultural landscapes and the dense forests of central Germany shortly after takeoff.
Eastern Alps Peak
The rugged limestone peaks and deep valleys of the Austrian and Slovenian mountain ranges.
Balkan Interior
The rolling hills and rivers of the Balkan Peninsula stretching toward the horizon.
Aegean Sea Entry
First glimpses of the deep blue Aegean and the scattered Greek islands from high altitude.
Akrotiri Peninsula
The final approach provides a close-up view of the rugged northern coastline of Crete.
Choose the left side for better lighting during morning flights and a chance to see the sunset over the sea on late afternoon departures. Look for the distant glow of Athens if flying at night.
Distance: 2,519 km (1,565 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 22 min
Departure: BLL (55.7402992249, 9.15178012848)
Arrival: CHQ (35.531700134277344, 24.14970016479492)
Route Type: International
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