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FRA → ATH
Which side of the plane to sit from Frankfurt am Main Airport (Frankfurt) to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (Athens)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior panoramic experience, featuring the dramatic Adriatic coastline of Croatia and a spectacular entry into Greece over the Gulf of Corinth and the Peloponnese.
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Hohe Tauern
Crystal clear views of the highest peaks in the Austrian Alps, including the majestic Grossglockner.
Adriatic Archipelago
A breathtaking sequence of thousands of turquoise islands along the Croatian and Dalmatian coastline.
Pindus Mountains
The dramatic limestone 'backbone' of Greece, featuring deep gorges and high-altitude ridges.
Gulf of Corinth
The narrow blue waterway separating Central Greece from the Peloponnese, often visible during the descent.
Saronic Gulf Islands
Vibrant views of Aegina and Salamis as the plane maneuvers for its final landing at Eleftherios Venizelos.
For the most dramatic arrival, the right side is preferred as it usually faces the Saronic Gulf and the city of Athens during the standard landing patterns. Afternoon flights offer stunning 'golden hour' lighting over the Adriatic Sea.
Book Hotels in AthensBavarian Alps
Stunning vistas of the rugged peaks and glacial valleys of southern Germany shortly after reaching cruise altitude.
Lake Chiemsee
Known as the Bavarian Sea, this large freshwater lake is a prominent landmark near the German-Austrian border.
Balkan Interior
Dense, undulating green forests and remote mountain ranges across Bosnia and Serbia.
Euboea Island
A majestic view of Greece's second-largest island and its mountainous terrain during the descent into Athens.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid direct sunlight and glare. This side provides an excellent view of the eastern Alps and the Euboean Gulf during the final approach phase.
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Get eSIMs for GreeceDistance: 1,816 km (1,128 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 25 min
Departure: FRA (50.033333, 8.570556)
Arrival: ATH (37.9364013672, 23.944499969499997)
Route Type: International
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