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CHQ → NYO
Which side of the plane to sit from Chania International Airport (Chania) to Stockholm Skavsta Airport (Stockholm)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers an unparalleled sequence of island views, starting with the Aegean archipelago and concluding with a grand approach over the Baltic islands of Gotland and Öland.
Aegean Archipelago
A stunning mosaic of white-and-blue islands scattered across the deep turquoise sea shortly after takeoff.
Mount Olympus
The highest peak in Greece, often poking through the clouds on the horizon as you head north.
The Danube Bend
Watch for the dramatic curve of the Danube River as it flows through Hungary and Slovakia.
Carpathian Mountains
The high, jagged peaks of the High Tatras provide a dramatic contrast to the northern plains.
Öland and Gotland
Sweden's iconic Baltic islands are clearly visible during the descent, featuring long sandy beaches and limestone cliffs.
Choose the right side for the best island-hopping views. Morning flights offer the best illumination of the Aegean Sea. Keep your camera ready about 25-35 minutes before landing to capture the distinct 'Alvar' landscape of Öland island as you cross the Baltic Sea.
Chania Old Harbor
Aerial view of the Venetian harbor and the lighthouse as you climb away from the Akrotiri Peninsula.
Dinaric Alps
Rugged, limestone mountain ranges stretching across the Balkans, often visible during the mid-flight phase.
Vienna & Danube
If the flight path tracks west, the sprawling imperial layout of Vienna and the winding Danube are visible.
Prague Cityscape
The 'City of a Hundred Spires' can often be identified by the Vltava River loops in Central Europe.
Swedish Södermanland
The final descent offers views of the dense pine forests and thousands of small lakes surrounding Skavsta.
The left side is ideal for catching the sunset on late afternoon flights. It also provides a better view of the Peloponnese coastline if the departure path curves westward. For the best lighting, mid-day flights are preferred to avoid the direct southern sun glare.
Distance: 2,640 km (1,640 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 31 min
Departure: CHQ (35.531700134277344, 24.14970016479492)
Arrival: NYO (58.78860092163086, 16.912200927734375)
Route Type: International
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