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DUS → CHQ
Which side of the plane to sit from Düsseldorf Airport (Duesseldorf) to Chania International Airport (Chania)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides a superior panoramic view of the Adriatic coastline and a spectacular approach past the White Mountains of Crete.
Central Alpine Massif
Direct overhead views of the dramatic peaks and deep valleys of the Swiss and Austrian Alps.
Croatian Archipelago
An incredible sequence of hundreds of turquoise-fringed islands along the Dalmatian coast.
Ionian Sea Islands
Views of the lush, green Ionian islands including Corfu and Lefkada as the flight nears the Greek mainland.
Lefka Ori (White Mountains)
The dramatic limestone peaks of Crete provide a breathtaking backdrop during the final approach to the airport.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights to avoid the harsh glare of the southern sun. The highlight is the Croatian coastline; keep your camera ready about 60-80 minutes into the flight. On the final approach to CHQ, the White Mountains are most impressive from this side.
Rhine-Ruhr Urban Area
Aerial views of the winding Rhine river and the dense cityscape of Western Germany shortly after takeoff.
Eastern Austrian Alps
Stunning vistas of the High Tauern range and jagged snow-capped peaks during the mid-flight transit.
Mount Olympus
On clear days, the legendary home of the Greek gods is visible as a prominent massif to the east.
Souda Bay
A clear view of one of the Mediterranean's largest natural harbors during the final descent into Chania.
Sit here for early morning flights to enjoy the sunrise over the Balkan mountains. During landing, this side often sees the Akrotiri Peninsula. Ensure your window is clean for high-altitude photography of the Alpine glaciers.
Distance: 2,234 km (1,388 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 59 min
Departure: DUS (51.289501, 6.766780000000001)
Arrival: CHQ (35.531700134277344, 24.14970016479492)
Route Type: International
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