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Our Recommendation
8.5

Left Side of the Plane

The left side offers an incredible sequence of the Aegean archipelago, the dramatic coastline of the Adriatic, and a sweeping view of the Alpine range from the south.

Left Side Highlights
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Aegean Archipelago

Stunning views of the Cyclades and Dodecanese islands shortly after departure from Dalaman.

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Corinth Canal

If the flight path stays south of Athens, the narrow canal cutting through the Peloponnese is visible.

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Adriatic Coast

Beautiful views of the turquoise waters and the rugged Dalmatian coastline of Croatia.

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The Alps

A distant but majestic panorama of the snow-capped Slovenian and Austrian Alps.

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Frankfurt Skyline

During specific landing patterns from the south, 'Mainhattan' is clearly visible out the left window.

Sit forward of the wing for unobstructed views of the islands. For afternoon flights, the sun is positioned to the south/west, so the left side provides excellent lighting for the Aegean islands, though you may encounter some glare late in the journey.

Right Side Highlights
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Taurus Mountains

Rugged, limestone peaks of the Western Taurus range immediately following takeoff.

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Athens Cityscape

Often visible as the plane tracks northwest across the Aegean toward the Balkans.

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Lake Balaton

The largest lake in Central Europe, appearing as a long, turquoise stripe in Hungary.

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Munich Vicinity

Distant views of the Bavarian capital and its surrounding lush green countryside.

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Spessart Forest

Dense, ancient German woodlands during the final descent into Frankfurt am Main.

The right side is ideal for morning flights to avoid the direct sun. It provides a more terrestrial view, focusing on the mountain ranges of the Balkans and the fertile plains of Hungary and Bavaria. Watch for the confluence of the Sava and Danube rivers if passing over Serbia.

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Route Information

Distance: 2,193 km (1,363 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 55 min

Departure: DLM (36.7131004333, 28.7924995422)

Arrival: FRA (50.033333, 8.570556)

Route Type: International

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