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CHQ → BOH
Which side of the plane to sit from Chania International Airport (Chania) to Bournemouth Airport (Bournemouth)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior panorama of the Greek mainland shortly after takeoff, the spine of the Apennine Mountains in Italy, and the iconic Jurassic Coast of Dorset during the final approach into Bournemouth.
Peloponnese Coast
Clear views of the Greek mainland's dramatic peninsulas and the Corinthian Gulf as you head northwest.
Rome & Central Italy
The sprawling urban area of Rome and the rugged peaks of the Apennine mountain range stretching across the Italian peninsula.
Central Alps
Uninterrupted views of the jagged, snow-capped Swiss Alps, offering some of the most dramatic mountain scenery in Europe.
Paris Outskirts
On clear days, the distant sprawl of the French capital can be seen as the aircraft traverses Northern France.
English Channel
Watch the heavy shipping lanes of one of the world's busiest waterways before crossing the UK coastline.
Jurassic Coast
A prime view of the UNESCO World Heritage coastline, including the cliffs of Dorset, during the final approach into Bournemouth.
For morning flights, the sun is on the left, providing the perfect front-lighting for photos of the Alps and the English coastline on the right. Try to secure a seat in front of the wing for an unobstructed view of the Dorset cliffs upon landing.
Akrotiri Peninsula
Stunning views of the rugged Cretan coastline and the turquoise waters of the Aegean Sea immediately after departure.
Mount Vesuvius
On many flight paths, the silhouette of the famous volcano and the sprawling Bay of Naples are visible as you cross the Tyrrhenian Sea.
Western Alps
Glaciated peaks and high-altitude valleys of the French and Swiss Alps, including distant views of the Mont Blanc massif.
Loire Valley
The winding rivers and agricultural patterns of central France, often dotted with historic chateaux.
Isle of Wight
The distinctive white chalk cliffs of The Needles are often visible as the plane begins its descent over the English Channel.
Sit on the left for sunset views on late afternoon flights. Keep an eye out for the Italian coastline as you leave the Mediterranean. If the approach to BOH is from the east, the Left Side gets the first glimpse of the Solent.
Distance: 2,681 km (1,666 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 34 min
Departure: CHQ (35.531700134277344, 24.14970016479492)
Arrival: BOH (50.77999877929688, -1.8424999713897705)
Route Type: International
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