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HER → BHX
Which side of the plane to sit from Heraklion International Nikos Kazantzakis Airport (Heraklion) to Birmingham International Airport (Birmingham)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a more direct view of the stunning Ionian Islands after departure and provides a superior perspective of the core Swiss Alps and the English coastline during the descent.
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Ionian Islands
Stunning views of Zakynthos and Cephalonia's turquoise waters shortly after reaching cruise altitude.
Dinaric Alps
The rugged, limestone peaks of the Balkan Peninsula stretching along the Adriatic coast.
Venetian Lagoon
A distant but clear view of the unique island structure of Venice and its surrounding wetlands.
Swiss Alps
Breathtaking panoramas of the highest European peaks, including the Jungfrau and Eiger massifs.
French Countryside
The geometric patterns of the Champagne and Burgundy vineyard regions in eastern France.
South East England
Clear views of the Kent countryside and the outskirts of Greater London during the initial descent.
For the best experience, choose a seat behind the wing to ensure the engine doesn't block the mountain views. On morning flights, the sun will be behind you on this side, providing perfect lighting for photography of the Alps and the Adriatic coast. Keep an eye out about 2 hours into the flight for the transition from the Mediterranean to the snowy peaks of Central Europe.
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Greek Mainland
Views of the Peloponnese and the rugged coastline of Western Greece during departure.
Italian Adriatic
The 'spur' of Italy's boot at Gargano National Park and the long sandy beaches of the Romagna coast.
The Dolomites
The distinct, jagged limestone formations of the Italian Alps rising sharply from the valleys.
Paris Environs
On clear days, the sprawl of the French capital and its northern suburbs are visible in the distance.
English Channel
Watch for the heavy maritime traffic in the world's busiest shipping lane between Calais and Dover.
The Cotswolds
The quintessentially English 'Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty' just before landing at Birmingham.
Expect significant glare on afternoon flights as the sun moves to the west. This side is particularly good for spotting the sharp peaks of the Dolomites. During the final 20 minutes of the flight, the right side often gets a better view of the English Midlands and the rolling hills of the Cotswolds as the plane aligns with the BHX runway.
Book Hotels in BirminghamDistance: 2,847 km (1,769 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 48 min
Departure: HER (35.3396987915, 25.1802997589)
Arrival: BHX (52.4538993835, -1.7480299472799998)
Route Type: International
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