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CHQ → WRO
Which side of the plane to sit from Chania International Airport (Chania) to Copernicus Wrocław Airport (Wroclaw)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides an unparalleled view of the Adriatic coastline's complex archipelago and the rugged Dinaric Alps, offering dramatic sea-to-mountain transitions throughout the flight.
Cretan Northwest Coast
Aerial views of the Balos Lagoon and the Gramvousa Peninsula immediately after takeoff from Chania.
Ionian Islands
Glimpses of the lush green landscapes of Corfu and the turquoise waters bordering the Albanian Riviera.
Dalmatian Coastline
The stunning network of islands near Split and Zadar, featuring deep blue waters and white limestone shores.
Dinaric Alps
The rugged, karst mountain range running through Montenegro and Croatia, creating a sharp contrast with the sea.
Karkonosze Mountains
As you descend into Poland, the Giant Mountains (Sudetes) mark the border between Czechia and Silesia.
Sit in the front half of the cabin to avoid wing obstruction when viewing the Croatian archipelago. On morning flights, you will have excellent lighting on the landscape, though midday flights may experience some glare from the Adriatic Sea. Keep your camera ready about 45-60 minutes after takeoff for the best coastal shots.
Aegean Archipelago
Distant views of the Cyclades islands scattered across the deep blue Aegean Sea early in the flight.
Mount Olympus
The legendary home of the Greek gods, standing as the highest peak in Greece near the Macedonian border.
Lake Balaton
Central Europe's largest lake, easily recognizable by its elongated shape and distinct milky-green color in Hungary.
High Tatras
The sharp, alpine peaks on the border of Slovakia and Poland, often snow-capped well into the spring.
Wroclaw City Panorama
Views of the Odra River and its many bridges as the plane aligns for its final approach into WRO.
This side is ideal for afternoon flights as it will be in the shade, reducing window glare for photography. Watch for the Danube River as you cross into Central Europe. If the flight path takes a slightly more easterly route, the view of the High Tatras is significantly more impressive on this side.
Distance: 1,826 km (1,135 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 26 min
Departure: CHQ (35.531700134277344, 24.14970016479492)
Arrival: WRO (51.10269927979999, 16.885799408)
Route Type: International
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