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FRA → GPA
Which side of the plane to sit from Frankfurt am Main Airport (Frankfurt) to Araxos Airport (Patras)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior coastal perspective, featuring the dramatic Adriatic archipelago and the stunning turquoise waters of the Ionian Islands during the descent.
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Lake Constance
A beautiful view of the massive 'Bodensee' at the border of Germany, Switzerland, and Austria.
Dalmatian Coast
A spectacular sequence of hundreds of Croatian islands set against the deep blue Adriatic Sea.
Ionian Islands
Breathtaking aerial views of Corfu, Lefkada's white cliffs, and the turquoise shores of Kefalonia.
Rion-Antirion Bridge
Spot one of the world's longest multi-span cable-stayed bridges connecting the Peloponnese to mainland Greece.
Zakynthos
On certain flight paths, the northern tip of Zakynthos and its famous blue caves are visible.
Sit on the right for the best coastal views. For midday flights, use a polarizing filter if taking photos to cut through the sea glare. The sequence of islands from Zadar down to Kefalonia is the highlight of the trip, occurring in the final hour of flight. Keep your window shade open during the descent into Araxos for views of the Peloponnesian coastline.
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The Alps
Fly directly over the high peaks of the Austrian and Slovenian Alps shortly after departure.
Ljubljana and Zagreb
Catch glimpses of the Slovenian and Croatian capitals and the surrounding lush green valleys.
Dinaric Alps
Rugged karst landscapes and deep canyons of Montenegro and northern Albania.
Messolonghi Lagoon
View the intricate network of salt marshes and shallow lagoons just north of the arrival airport.
On morning flights, the left side benefits from softer lighting on the Alpine peaks. Watch for the dramatic change from the green European interior to the arid, rugged terrain of the Balkans. During the final approach, look for the unique patterns of the Etoliko lagoon.
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Get eSIMs for GreeceDistance: 1,668 km (1,036 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 13 min
Departure: FRA (50.033333, 8.570556)
Arrival: GPA (38.1511, 21.4256)
Route Type: International
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