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Our Recommendation
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Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers an exceptional perspective of the sparkling Adriatic coastline and the dramatic White Mountains of Crete upon final approach.

Right Side Highlights
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Tyrolean Alps

Spectacular views of the rugged peaks and glacial valleys of southern Austria.

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Dalmatian Coast

The stunning turquoise waters and thousands of islands along the Croatian shoreline.

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Ionian Archipelago

Fly past the lush green islands of Corfu, Lefkada, and Kefalonia.

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Rio-Antirrio Bridge

Spot the world's longest multi-span cable-stayed bridge crossing the Gulf of Corinth.

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Lefka Ori

The 'White Mountains' of Crete provide a majestic backdrop during the descent into Chania.

The right side is unbeatable for coastal views. Sit here to see the Dalmatian islands early in the flight and the iconic Rio-Antirrio bridge near Patras. As the plane descends into Chania, you will have a front-row seat to the Samaria Gorge region and the Cretan coastline. Late afternoon flights provide a beautiful golden hour glow over the Ionian Sea.

Left Side Highlights
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Hohe Tauern

Panoramic views of the Austrian Alps including the Grossglockner peak during the first hour.

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Zagreb Panorama

A bird's-eye view of the Croatian capital and the surrounding Sava river valley.

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Pindus Mountains

The rugged spine of mainland Greece featuring deep gorges and limestone peaks.

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Gulf of Euboea

Clear views of the long island of Evia and the narrow straits separating it from the mainland.

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Cyclades Islands

Distant views of Milos and potentially Santorini's volcanic caldera depending on the flight path.

Choose the left side for morning flights to keep the sun behind you for better photography. Watch for the dramatic transition from the snow-capped Balkans to the deep blue of the Aegean Sea. Look out for the massive Pindus range about 45 minutes before landing.

Top Activities in Chania
Route Information

Distance: 2,045 km (1,271 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 44 min

Departure: FRA (50.033333, 8.570556)

Arrival: CHQ (35.531700134277344, 24.14970016479492)

Route Type: International

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