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HER β FRA
Which side of the plane to sit from Heraklion International Nikos Kazantzakis Airport (Heraklion) to Frankfurt am Main Airport (Frankfurt)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior visual journey, starting with the volcanic beauty of the Cyclades, passing directly by the legendary Mount Olympus, and providing a front-row seat to the breathtaking Dalmatian archipelago along the Croatian coast.
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The Cyclades
Stunning views of Santorini's caldera and the scattered white-and-blue islands of the Aegean immediately after takeoff.
Mount Olympus
The highest mountain in Greece and mythical home of the gods, visible as you fly north toward the Balkans.
Dalmatian Archipelago
An incredible view of Croatia's thousand islands, including BraΔ, Hvar, and the Kornati National Park.
Hohe Tauern
The highest ridges of the Austrian Alps, including the majestic Grossglockner peak.
Frankfurt Skyline
Depending on the wind, a spectacular view of the 'Mainhattan' skyscrapers and the Main River on final approach.
Sit on the right for the most iconic landmarks. Be ready with your camera within the first 15 minutes for the Greek islands. For morning flights, the sun will be behind you by the time you reach the Croatian coast, providing perfectly lit conditions for photography of the turquoise waters and white limestone islands.
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Peloponnese Peninsula
Aerial views of the rugged Mani and Messenia peninsulas of southern Greece.
Ionian Sea
Expansive views of the deep blue waters and the distant lush coastline of Corfu.
Central Alps
Dramatic snow-capped peaks of the Swiss and Austrian border regions during the cruise phase.
Odenwald Forest
The dense, rolling green hills of the German countryside during the final descent into Frankfurt.
The left side is ideal for afternoon flights as it sits opposite the sun, reducing glare on the window. For the best Alpine views, ensure you are seated forward of the wing to avoid engine heat distortion. Keep an eye out for the Corinth Canal shortly after takeoff if the flight path tracks slightly west.
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Get eSIMs for GermanyDistance: 2,114 km (1,314 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 49 min
Departure: HER (35.3396987915, 25.1802997589)
Arrival: FRA (50.033333, 8.570556)
Route Type: International
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