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HER โ MRS
Which side of the plane to sit from Heraklion International Nikos Kazantzakis Airport (Heraklion) to Marseille Provence Airport (Marseille)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides a nearly continuous panorama of Mediterranean geography, including the Greek Peloponnese, the Italian coastline, and the world-famous French Riviera during the descent.
Taygetos Mountains
The snow-capped or rugged peaks of the Peloponnese peninsula are visible shortly after crossing the Sea of Crete.
Calabrian Coast
The flight path often crosses the 'toe' of Italy, offering views of the rugged southern Italian terrain and coastal towns.
Corsican Interior
A stunning view of the high granite peaks and dense forests of Corsica as you fly along its eastern coastline.
Cote d'Azur
Unrivaled views of the French Riviera, including the cities of Nice and Cannes and the luxury yachts dotting the coast.
Massif de l'Esterel
The striking red volcanic rock formations near Saint-Raphaรซl provide a sharp contrast against the blue Mediterranean.
The right side is superior for landmarks. Book a morning flight to have the sun behind you, illuminating the Italian and French coasts perfectly. This side is essential for seeing the transition from the Italian coastline to the glamorous French Riviera approach.
Mount Etna
On clear days, you can spot the distant, smoking peak of Europe's most active volcano on the southern horizon over Sicily.
Strait of Bonifacio
The narrow, turquoise channel separating the rugged islands of Corsica and Sardinia is a highlight mid-flight.
Gulf of Lion
The vast, deep blue expanse of the western Mediterranean offers stunning sun glints during afternoon flights.
Calanques National Park
Dramatic white limestone cliffs and narrow sea inlets are visible just before the final approach into Marseille.
Marseille Coastline
Views of the Frioul archipelago and the historic Chรขteau d'If as the plane turns toward the runway.
Choose the left side for afternoon flights to avoid the harsh southern sun and to get the best views of the Calanques cliffs during the descent into MRS. Keep an eye out for distant views of the Balearic Islands if the flight path tracks further south.
Distance: 1,930 km (1,199 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 34 min
Departure: HER (35.3396987915, 25.1802997589)
Arrival: MRS (43.439271922, 5.22142410278)
Route Type: International
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