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HER → LTN
Which side of the plane to sit from Heraklion International Nikos Kazantzakis Airport (Heraklion) to London Luton Airport (London)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides a superior vantage point for the stunning Dalmatian Coast of Croatia and the high, jagged peaks of the Swiss and Austrian Alps during the mid-flight transit.
Dalmatian Archipelago
A spectacular sequence of hundreds of Croatian islands and the turquoise waters of the Adriatic Sea.
Dubrovnik
The historic walled city of Dubrovnik is often visible as the flight tracks north along the Balkan peninsula.
Central Alps
Direct fly-over of the high-altitude peaks of Switzerland and Austria, featuring glaciers and deep valleys.
Greater London
During the descent into Luton, enjoy views of the Thames Estuary and the northern expansion of the UK capital.
The right side is the 'scenic side' for this route. Keep your camera ready about 60-90 minutes after takeoff for the Croatian coast. Morning flights offer the best lighting for the Alps without glare.
Ionian Islands
Aerial views of the deep blue Ionian Sea and the rugged western coastlines of Zakynthos and Kefalonia.
Western Alps
Panoramic views of the French Alps, including distant glimpses of the Mont Blanc massif depending on the specific airway.
Paris Suburbs
On clear days, the sprawling metropolitan area of Paris and its distinctive ring roads are visible to the west.
English Channel
View of the busy shipping lanes and the white cliffs near the French/UK maritime border.
Choose the left side for sunset flights to experience the golden hour over the Mediterranean. Use a seat forward of the wing to ensure the engine doesn't block the view of the French coastline.
Distance: 2,733 km (1,698 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 39 min
Departure: HER (35.3396987915, 25.1802997589)
Arrival: LTN (51.87469863891602, -0.36833301186561584)
Route Type: International
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