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CHQ → BRU
Which side of the plane to sit from Chania International Airport (Chania) to Brussels Airport (Brussels)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior panoramic perspective of the Italian Apennines and the most dramatic high-altitude peaks of the Swiss Alps, along with optimal sun positioning for photography during most daytime flights.
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Akrotiri Peninsula
Dramatic limestone cliffs and the turquoise waters surrounding Chania shortly after takeoff.
Central Apennines
The rugged spine of Italy, featuring the Gran Sasso d'Italia and rolling Tuscan hills.
Lake Garda
The southern tip of Italy's largest lake and the beginning of the Alpine foothills.
Swiss Alps
Spectacular views of glaciated peaks like the Matterhorn and Eiger if the flight path is slightly western.
The Ardennes
The dense, rolling green forests of Southern Belgium during the initial descent.
On morning flights, the sun is behind you on this side, providing perfect lighting for the Alps. Look out roughly 2 hours into the flight for the best mountain views. In winter, the snow-covered peaks of Italy and Switzerland are particularly luminous from this side.
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Cretan Sea
Expansive views of the Aegean islands and the northern coastline of Crete.
Adriatic Coastline
The long, sandy stretches of the Italian Riviera near Rimini and Ravenna.
The Dolomites
The unique, jagged limestone formations of the Italian Alps near the Austrian border.
Luxembourg City
A bird's-eye view of the Alzette River valley and the historic fortifications of the capital.
Brussels Approach
Views of the Atomium and the dense urban sprawl of the Belgian capital during final landing.
Keep an eye out for Venice; if the route stays eastern over the Adriatic, you may see the lagoon city. Be aware that afternoon flights may experience significant glare on this side as the sun moves toward the west. This side is ideal for seeing the intricate river systems of Central Europe.
Book Hotels in BrusselsDistance: 2,322 km (1,443 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 6 min
Departure: CHQ (35.531700134277344, 24.14970016479492)
Arrival: BRU (50.9014015198, 4.48443984985)
Route Type: International
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