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Which side of the plane to sit from Cologne Bonn Airport (Cologne) to Mikonos Airport (Mykonos)?

Our Recommendation
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Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers a superior visual experience, combining the jagged peaks of the Central Alps with a stunning traversal along the turquoise Adriatic coastline and a view of the sacred island of Delos during final descent.

Right Side Highlights
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Lake Constance

The expansive blue waters of the 'Bodensee' bordering Germany, Switzerland, and Austria.

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Central Alps

Iconic views of glacier-carved valleys and some of the highest peaks in Central Europe.

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Dalmatian Coast

The spectacular sight of the Croatian archipelago with over a thousand islands in crystal waters.

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Dubrovnik

The red-roofed historic Old Town of the 'Pearl of the Adriatic' visible from high altitude.

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Delos & Rhenia

The sacred archaeological site of Delos and its sister island just minutes before landing.

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Syros Island

The colorful neoclassical capital of the Cyclades visible on the southern horizon during approach.

The right side is highly recommended for late afternoon flights to catch the sunset reflecting off the Adriatic Sea. During the final approach into Mykonos Airport (JMK), passengers on this side get a unique perspective of the uninhabited sacred island of Delos.

Left Side Highlights
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Austrian Alps

Dramatic views of the High Tauern range and the snow-capped peak of Grossglockner.

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Balkan Interior

The rugged, forested mountains of Bosnia and Herzegovina and the deep canyons of Montenegro.

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Pindus Mountains

The dramatic 'spine of Greece' featuring deep gorges and high limestone peaks.

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Euboea (Evia)

The massive island flanking the Greek mainland, separated by the narrow Euripus Strait.

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Northern Cyclades

Sweeping views of the terraced landscapes of Tinos and Andros as the aircraft nears Mykonos.

Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid the harsh glare of the southern sun. Keep your camera ready as you pass the Austrian border for some of the best alpine photography opportunities on this route.

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Route Information

Distance: 2,072 km (1,287 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 46 min

Departure: CGN (50.8658981323, 7.1427397728)

Arrival: JMK (37.43510055541992, 25.348100662231445)

Route Type: International

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