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CHQ β FMM
Which side of the plane to sit from Chania International Airport (Chania) to Memmingen Allgau Airport (Memmingen)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides an unparalleled journey over the backbone of Greece and the dramatic snowy crests of the Austrian Alps, offering better views of the Hohe Tauern range.
White Mountains
Breathtaking views of Crete's rugged Lefka Ori peaks immediately after departure.
Mount Olympus
On clear days, the home of the gods can be seen rising from the Greek mainland.
Bay of Kotor
The dramatic fjord-like entrance and steep mountains of Montenegro's coastline.
Hohe Tauern
The glacier-covered peaks of the Austrian Alps, including the Grossglockner massif.
Bavarian Lakes
Glimpses of Lake Starnberg and Ammersee just south of Munich before the final approach.
AllgΓ€u Foothills
The classic green rolling hills and church spires of the Swabian countryside near the airport.
Choose the right side for afternoon flights to catch the golden hour light hitting the Alpine peaks. Ensure you have a window seat clear of the wing to fully appreciate the descent over the Austrian and Bavarian Alps. This side typically offers more varied terrain ranging from high mountains to historic coastal cities.
Gramvousa Peninsula
Spectacular views of Balos lagoon's turquoise waters shortly after takeoff from Chania.
Ionian Archipelago
Spot the sheer cliffs of Zakynthos and the lush greenery of Kefalonia to the west.
Strait of Otranto
Watch the sparkling sea transition where the Ionian and Adriatic seas meet near the Italian 'heel'.
Julian Alps
Sharp limestone peaks near the border of Slovenia and Italy.
Zugspitze
Germany's highest peak is often visible to the west during the final descent into Memmingen.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid direct solar glare. This side is excellent for seeing the coastal contours and the deep blue of the Ionian Sea. Keep an eye out for the Venice Lagoon in the distance on exceptionally clear days.
Distance: 1,797 km (1,117 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 24 min
Departure: CHQ (35.531700134277344, 24.14970016479492)
Arrival: FMM (47.9888000488, 10.2395000458)
Route Type: International
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