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BSL → HER
Which side of the plane to sit from EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg Airport (Mulhouse) to Heraklion International Nikos Kazantzakis Airport (Heraklion)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers superior views of the jagged Balkan coastline and the iconic blue-and-white island clusters of the Aegean Sea during the descent into Crete.
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Central Alpine Massif
Dramatic views of the Swiss and Austrian Alps shortly after departure, featuring snow-capped peaks and deep glacial valleys.
Dalmatian Archipelago
The intricate coastline of Croatia, featuring hundreds of forested islands and the turquoise waters of the Adriatic Sea.
Pindus Mountain Range
The rugged 'spine of Greece' stretches across the horizon, showing the wild, mountainous terrain of the Greek mainland.
Attica & Saronic Gulf
On clear days, distant views of the region surrounding Athens and the islands of Aegina and Poros.
The Cyclades
A stunning aerial panorama of islands like Milos and potentially Santorini as the flight begins its final descent.
Book an early morning flight to have the sun behind you, illuminating the Balkan coast and the Aegean islands in vibrant colors. Sit forward of the wing to avoid engine heat haze distorting your photos of the Alpine peaks. Keep your camera ready about 30 minutes before landing for the best island views.
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Bernese Oberland
Magnificent views of the Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau peaks shortly after taking off from Basel.
Venetian Lagoon
A distant view of the historic center of Venice and its unique island structure in the northern Adriatic.
Adriatic Riviera
The long, sandy stretches of the Italian coastline near Rimini and Ancona.
Ionian Islands
Overlooking the deep blue waters surrounding Corfu, Lefkada, and the famous Shipwreck Beach area of Zakynthos.
Peloponnese Peninsula
The dramatic southern capes of Greece, including the Mani and Maleas peninsulas, before crossing to Crete.
Crete North Coast
A spectacular low-altitude view of the Cretan coastline and the Sea of Crete on final approach to Heraklion.
The right side is perfect for sunset flights, as you will witness the sun dipping into the Ionian Sea. For the approach into HER, this side often provides a better view of the rugged Cretan landscape and the city of Heraklion itself depending on the wind direction. Use a polarized filter to cut through the sea glare during midday flights.
Book Hotels in HeraklionDistance: 1,996 km (1,240 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 40 min
Departure: BSL (47.59, 7.5291667)
Arrival: HER (35.3396987915, 25.1802997589)
Route Type: International
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