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CGN → SKG
Which side of the plane to sit from Cologne Bonn Airport (Cologne) to Thessaloniki Macedonia International Airport (Thessaloniki)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior panorama of the highest Alpine peaks in Austria and a stunning approach over the Thermaic Gulf with views of the Thessaloniki city center.
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Hohe Tauern Peaks
Spectacular views of the Grossglockner, Austria's highest mountain, and its surrounding glaciers.
Dinaric Alps
The rugged, karst mountain ranges stretching through Bosnia and Herzegovina and Montenegro.
Lake Ohrid
A stunning view of one of Europe's oldest and deepest lakes on the border of North Macedonia.
Mount Olympus
The home of the gods is visible to the southwest during the initial descent into the Thessaloniki region.
Thessaloniki Waterfront
A perfect view of the White Tower, Aristotelous Square, and the vibrant harbor as the plane turns for landing.
This is the premier side for mountain lovers. Book a seat forward of the wing to ensure an unobstructed view of the Austrian Alps. On afternoon flights, be prepared for bright sunlight on this side; high-quality sunglasses are essential for viewing the snow-capped peaks.
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Bird's-eye view of the industrial landscape around Frankfurt and the Spessart forest.
Chiemsee Lake
Known as the 'Bavarian Sea', this massive lake is visible as you approach the Austrian border.
Berchtesgaden Alps
Dramatic limestone peaks near Salzburg, including the Watzmann massif.
Belgrade & Danube
The confluence of the Sava and Danube rivers at the Serbian capital.
Chalkidiki Peninsula
Upon final descent, see the 'three fingers' of Kassandra, Sithonia, and Athos stretching into the Aegean.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid direct glare, though you'll miss the highest Alpine peaks. During the final approach to SKG, watch for the distinct geography of the Chalkidiki fingers to the southeast.
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Get eSIMs for GreeceDistance: 1,677 km (1,042 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 14 min
Departure: CGN (50.8658981323, 7.1427397728)
Arrival: SKG (40.51969909667969, 22.97089958190918)
Route Type: International
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