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CHQ → SKG
Which side of the plane to sit from Chania International Airport (Chania) to Thessaloniki Macedonia International Airport (Thessaloniki)?
Left Side of the Plane
While both sides offer stunning views of the Aegean islands, the Left Side is superior for the dramatic approach into Thessaloniki, featuring a close-up perspective of Mount Olympus.
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Akrotiri Peninsula
Aerial views of the rugged Cretan coastline and the monastery of Agia Triada immediately after takeoff.
Athens & Attica
Distant views of the Saronic Gulf and the urban sprawl of Athens as the flight heads north.
Mount Olympus
The home of the Greek gods and the country's highest peak, spectacular during the descent phase.
Thermaic Gulf
Crystal clear blue waters as the aircraft maneuvers for its final approach into SKG airport.
Book a window seat on the left for the best chance to see Mount Olympus. On clear days, the peak is visible for several minutes before landing. Late afternoon flights are ideal as the sun will be behind the plane, illuminating the mountains and the coastline of the Peloponnese in the distance.
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Suda Bay
View of the massive natural harbor and the strategic naval base at the start of the journey.
Cyclades Islands
A sequence of white-and-blue islands including Milos, Serifos, and Kythnos scattered in the sea.
Evia Island
The long, mountainous coastline of Greece's second-largest island stretching alongside the flight path.
Chalkidiki Peninsula
The famous 'three fingers' of northern Greece visible to the east during the final approach.
The right side is the 'island-spotter' choice. For morning flights, the lighting is perfect for seeing the details of the Aegean archipelagos. Look out for the distinctive shape of Mount Athos on the horizon to the far right if the sky is exceptionally clear.
Book Hotels in ThessalonikiDistance: 564 km (350 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 56 min
Departure: CHQ (35.531700134277344, 24.14970016479492)
Arrival: SKG (40.51969909667969, 22.97089958190918)
Route Type: Domestic
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