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HER → GVA
Which side of the plane to sit from Heraklion International Nikos Kazantzakis Airport (Heraklion) to Geneva Cointrin International Airport (Geneva)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior panorama of the Italian peninsula, the highest peaks of the Alps including Mont Blanc, and a spectacular approach over Lake Geneva.
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Salento Peninsula
The 'heel' of Italy's boot, featuring the white-sand beaches and rocky cliffs of the Puglia region.
Tuscan Landscape
Patchwork vineyards and the rolling hills of Tuscany, often including views of Florence's distinct dome.
Gulf of Genoa
The dense urban sprawl of Genoa and its massive port where the Apennines meet the Ligurian Sea.
The High Alps
Breathtaking views of the Pennine Alps, including the Matterhorn's pyramid and the Monte Rosa massif.
Mont Blanc
Europe's highest peak is typically visible in stunning detail to the right as you approach Geneva.
Lake Geneva (Lac Léman)
The iconic crescent-shaped lake and the Jet d'Eau fountain are best seen on the final descent into GVA.
The right side is the 'money seat' for this route. For the best experience, choose a seat behind the wing to ensure an unobstructed view of Mont Blanc. During winter, the snow-covered Alps are particularly dazzling; sunset flights offer a golden glow over Lake Geneva during the final minutes of the flight.
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Cretan Northern Coast
Aerial views of the turquoise waters and rugged coastline of Crete immediately after takeoff.
Mount Vesuvius
The distinct silhouette of the volcano and the sprawling Bay of Naples are often visible to the west.
Rome and the Tiber
View the 'Eternal City' and the Tyrrhenian coastline as the flight heads northwest through Italy.
Corsica
The mountainous terrain of the French island of Corsica appears on the horizon over the Ligurian Sea.
Massif des Écrins
Glaciated peaks of the southern French Alps come into view during the initial descent phase.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid direct glare from the southern sun. This side provides excellent views of the Mediterranean islands and the Italian coastline, but you might miss the direct proximity to Mont Blanc during the final approach.
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Get eSIMs for SwitzerlandDistance: 2,003 km (1,245 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 40 min
Departure: HER (35.3396987915, 25.1802997589)
Arrival: GVA (46.23809814453125, 6.108950138092041)
Route Type: International
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