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Our Recommendation
8.5

Left Side of the Plane

The left side provides a superior vantage point for the Greek mountain ranges, including the iconic Mount Olympus, followed by a cross-section of the Carpathian Mountains and the lush Baltic landscapes.

Left Side Highlights
8.5
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Cyclades Archipelago

Breathtaking views of the white-washed islands scattered across the deep blue Aegean Sea shortly after takeoff.

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Mount Olympus

The highest peak in Greece and legendary home of the gods, visible as you track north along the Greek mainland.

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Transylvanian Alps

The rugged, jagged peaks of the Southern Carpathians in Romania, often capped with snow until early summer.

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Warsaw Cityscape

A distant but clear view of the Polish capital's growing skyline and the Vistula River winding through the plains.

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Baltic Lowlands

The dense, dark green forests and patchwork farmlands of Lithuania and Latvia as the plane nears the Russian border.

For the best photography, choose a seat ahead of the wing to capture the Greek coastline without engine glare. Afternoon flights are particularly scenic on this side as the sun illuminates the mountains of the Balkans and the Carpathians from the west. In winter, look for the sharp contrast of the frozen rivers in Northern Europe.

Right Side Highlights
7.5
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Crete Shoreline

A stunning perspective of the Heraklion coastline and the deep blue expanse of the Cretan Sea during initial ascent.

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Black Sea Horizon

Glimpses of the Bulgarian and Romanian coastlines where the land meets the vast, dark waters of the Black Sea.

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Danube Delta

The intricate maze of channels and wetlands where the Danube River empties into the sea, visible on clear days.

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Belarusian Lakelands

A high-altitude view of the 'Blue-Eyed' land, featuring thousands of small glacial lakes dotting the landscape.

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St. Petersburg Suburbs

The historic estates, canals, and the sprawling urban layout of Russia's 'Northern Capital' during the final descent.

The right side is the prime spot for sunrise views if you are on an early morning departure from Crete. On the final approach into Pulkovo Airport, this side often offers a better view of the Gulf of Finland and the Neva River delta, depending on the prevailing wind direction and landing pattern.

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Route Information

Distance: 2,745 km (1,706 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 40 min

Departure: HER (35.3396987915, 25.1802997589)

Arrival: LED (59.80030059814453, 30.26250076293945)

Route Type: International

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