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FRA → BEY
Which side of the plane to sit from Frankfurt am Main Airport (Frankfurt) to Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport (Beirut)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior panorama of the Central Alps, the stunning Dalmatian coastline of Croatia, and the legendary Greek islands before providing a majestic view of the Beirut skyline upon arrival.
Hohe Tauern Peaks
Dramatic views of Austria's highest mountains, including the Grossglockner, visible within the first 45-60 minutes.
Dalmatian Coast
The spectacular turquoise waters and thousands of limestone islands of the Croatian coast are a major highlight.
Mount Olympus
Look for the legendary home of the Greek gods rising sharply from the Thermaic Gulf in northern Greece.
Cyclades Archipelago
A stunning bird's-eye view of the scattered white-and-blue islands of the Aegean Sea mid-way through the flight.
Beirut Waterfront
During the standard approach to BEY from the west, the right side offers the best view of the Raouche Rocks and the Corniche.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights to witness the sunset over the Mediterranean. During the final approach into Beirut Rafic Hariri Airport, the plane usually banks over the sea, giving right-side passengers a front-row seat to the city's skyline and the Mediterranean coastline.
Bavarian Alps
Clear views of the jagged peaks and green valleys of southern Germany and northern Austria shortly after departure.
Balkan Capitals
Depending on the specific airway, you may spot the urban sprawl of Belgrade or Sofia tucked against the mountains.
The Danube Delta
The winding path of the Danube River as it flows toward the Black Sea is often visible through the Balkan region.
Northern Aegean Islands
Views of islands like Thasos and Samothrace as the plane exits European airspace towards the Mediterranean.
Mount Lebanon Range
As the plane begins its descent into Beirut, the northern part of the snow-capped Lebanon mountains appears prominently.
Sit on the left for morning flights to enjoy the softest light over the Alps. Keep an eye out for the rugged terrain of Bulgaria and North Macedonia mid-flight. During winter, the snow cover on the mountains provides exceptional contrast for photography.
Distance: 2,838 km (1,763 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 47 min
Departure: FRA (50.033333, 8.570556)
Arrival: BEY (33.820899963378906, 35.488399505615234)
Route Type: International
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