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HER → CGN
Which side of the plane to sit from Heraklion International Nikos Kazantzakis Airport (Heraklion) to Cologne Bonn Airport (Cologne)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior view of the sparkling Adriatic coastline and the dramatic descent along the Rhine River valley into Cologne.
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Western Crete
Aerial views of the turquoise waters of Balos lagoon and the Gramvousa Peninsula upon takeoff.
Peloponnese
Observe the rugged peninsulas of southern Greece and the deep blue Messenian Gulf.
Ionian Islands
Spot the dramatic white cliffs of Zakynthos and the lush, mountainous terrain of Kefalonia.
Dalmatian Coast
A spectacular sequence of thousands of islands and deep inlets along the Croatian shoreline.
Swiss Alps
Glimpse the jagged, snow-capped peaks of the central Alps during the transition into Northern Europe.
Rhine River Valley
Follow the winding curves of the Rhine as it carves through the landscape towards Cologne.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. The approach into CGN often follows the Rhine northwards, providing a great view of the river's industrial and natural beauty. Look for the distinctive 'Shipwreck Beach' on Zakynthos about 30-40 minutes after departure.
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Aegean Sea
Look east to spot the scattered volcanic islands of the Cyclades, including Milos and Serifos.
Athens & Attica
View the sprawling urban expanse of the Greek capital and the historical Saronic Gulf.
Mount Olympus
Spot the legendary home of the Greek gods, the highest and most prominent peak in Greece.
Dinaric Alps
Fly over the rugged, limestone mountain ranges stretching across the Balkan interior.
Lake Constance
View the vast 'Bodensee' marking the tri-point border of Austria, Switzerland, and Germany.
Eifel Mountains
See the forested volcanic hills and maars of western Germany during the final descent.
The right side is excellent for afternoon flights as the sun will be behind the aircraft. Keep a sharp eye out for Mount Olympus approximately 45 minutes into the flight. If the weather is clear over the Alps, this side offers a better view of the Austrian and Bavarian foothills.
Book Hotels in CologneDistance: 2,251 km (1,399 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs
Departure: HER (35.3396987915, 25.1802997589)
Arrival: CGN (50.8658981323, 7.1427397728)
Route Type: International
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