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HER → TLV
Which side of the plane to sit from Heraklion International Nikos Kazantzakis Airport (Heraklion) to Ben Gurion International Airport (Tel-aviv)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers superior views of the Aegean archipelagos, the rugged northern coastline of Crete upon departure, and a clear view of Cyprus during the mid-flight segment.
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Mirabello Bay
Aerial views of the stunning turquoise waters and the Elounda peninsula at the eastern edge of Crete.
Sitia Mountains
The rugged, arid mountain ranges of eastern Crete as the aircraft climbs to cruising altitude.
Karpathos & Kasos
Detailed views of these Dodecanese islands situated between Crete and Rhodes.
Cyprus Coastline
The southern coast of Cyprus, including the Akrotiri Peninsula and Limassol, visible during the middle of the flight.
Northern Tel Aviv
Bird's eye view of the northern suburbs and the Yarkon Park area during the standard approach into Ben Gurion.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid direct southern glare. This side provides the best opportunity to spot the island of Cyprus. Look out the window roughly 30-40 minutes after takeoff to see the Dodecanese islands scattered across the blue Mediterranean.
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Mediterranean Horizon
Uninterrupted views of the deep blue Mediterranean Sea, perfect for watching the horizon.
Ashdod & Ashkelon
The industrial ports and sandy beaches of southern Israel as the plane begins its turn toward the airport.
Tel Aviv Skyline
The iconic skyscrapers of the Diamond District and the beachfront hotels during the final descent into TLV.
Ben Gurion Approach
Excellent views of the Israeli coastal plain and the surrounding agricultural fields just before touchdown.
The right side is ideal for late afternoon or sunset flights to witness the sun dipping into the Mediterranean. During the final approach (often Runway 12), this side provides an excellent view of the central Israeli coastline and the dense urban sprawl of the Gush Dan region.
Book Hotels in Tel-avivDistance: 971 km (603 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 37 min
Departure: HER (35.3396987915, 25.1802997589)
Arrival: TLV (32.011398315429695, 34.88669967651367)
Route Type: International
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