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HER → HAM
Which side of the plane to sit from Heraklion International Nikos Kazantzakis Airport (Heraklion) to Hamburg Airport (Hamburg)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers an exceptional aerial tour of the Aegean islands immediately after takeoff, views of the Greek capital, and a superior perspective of Hamburg's urban landscape on arrival.
Santorini & Cyclades
Stunning views of the volcanic caldera and the white-washed island clusters of the Aegean Sea.
Athens
The sprawling metropolis of Athens and the Saronic Gulf are frequently visible during the initial climb.
Pirin Mountains
The high, rocky peaks of the Bulgarian and North Macedonian mountain ranges.
Prague
The historic center of the Czech capital can often be spotted mid-flight depending on the airway.
Elbe River & Hamburg
Breathtaking views of the port infrastructure and the Alster Lake during the final approach.
The first 30 minutes offer the most scenic island views; sit here for the best photo opportunities of the Greek archipelago. On the final approach into HAM, the right side typically provides the most iconic view of the city center and the Elbe Philharmonic Hall.
Peloponnese Coast
The rugged western coastline of Greece and the Gulf of Corinth as the aircraft tracks north.
Austrian Alps
Dramatic views of the eastern alpine peaks if the flight path tracks via the Salzburg corridor.
Bavarian Countryside
Lush green fields and organized patterns of southern German agricultural lands.
Nuremberg
The historic Bavarian city is often visible during the transition into northern German airspace.
Choose the left side for afternoon departures to minimize direct sun glare and heat. This side is also preferable if you want a clear view of the sun setting over the European continent during evening flights.
Distance: 2,353 km (1,462 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 8 min
Departure: HER (35.3396987915, 25.1802997589)
Arrival: HAM (53.630401611328, 9.988229751586902)
Route Type: International
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