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HER → EMA
Which side of the plane to sit from Heraklion International Nikos Kazantzakis Airport (Heraklion) to East Midlands Airport (East Midlands)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers an exceptional perspective of the Aegean islands immediately after departure and a breathtaking panorama of the Adriatic coast and the jagged peaks of the Dolomites.
Cyclades Islands
Spectacular views of Santorini, Naxos, and Mykonos scattered across the Aegean shortly after takeoff.
Dalmatian Coast
The stunning turquoise waters and thousands of islands along the Croatian shoreline.
Venice Lagoon
The iconic fish-shaped historic center of Venice is often visible as the plane enters the Alpine region.
The Dolomites
Sharp, vertical limestone peaks and high-altitude meadows of the Italian Alps.
The Rhine River
The winding industrial and historical artery of Europe as you cross into Germany and the Benelux region.
East Anglian Fens
The unique, flat, agricultural patchwork of eastern England as the flight approaches the Midlands.
The right side is the 'scenic' winner for the first half of the flight. Be ready with your camera within 15 minutes of departure for the Greek islands. If the flight path passes over Venice, it is almost always better viewed from the right. In winter, the snow-covered Alps on this side are a major highlight.
Cretan Sea
Breathtaking views of the deep azure Mediterranean as you climb away from the northern coast of Crete.
Peloponnese Coastline
The rugged, mountainous finger-like peninsulas of southern mainland Greece appearing to the northwest.
Central Apennines
The scenic mountainous spine of Italy, often visible as the flight path crosses the Adriatic toward Central Europe.
Western Alps
Glaciated peaks of the Swiss and French Alps visible in the distance during the middle segment of the flight.
London Skyline
On clear days, the distant sprawl of London and the Thames Estuary are visible to the south during the descent into the UK.
The left side is ideal for afternoon flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun while heading northwest. It offers better views of the southern English countryside during the standard approach into EMA. Watch for the dramatic change from the rocky Greek terrain to the lush green of the UK.
Distance: 2,845 km (1,768 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 48 min
Departure: HER (35.3396987915, 25.1802997589)
Arrival: EMA (52.8311004639, -1.32806003094)
Route Type: International
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