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HER → TXL
Which side of the plane to sit from Heraklion International Nikos Kazantzakis Airport (Heraklion) to Berlin-Tegel Airport (Berlin)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior vantage point for the dramatic jagged coastline of the Adriatic Sea and the snow-capped Eastern Alps during the mid-flight phase.
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Peloponnese Coast
The rugged western shoreline of the Greek mainland visible during the initial climb.
Ionian Islands
Aerial views of Zakynthos and Corfu as the flight heads north-northwest.
Bay of Kotor
The dramatic fjord-like inlet of Montenegro cutting deep into the limestone mountains.
Dalmatian Archipelago
Thousands of Croatian islands scattered in the turquoise waters of the Adriatic Sea.
Eastern Alps
The jagged, snow-capped peaks of the Austrian and Bavarian Alps appearing on the horizon.
Elbe River Valley
The winding river path through Saxony as the aircraft begins its final descent.
Sit forward of the wing to avoid engine heat haze. The Adriatic coast is best viewed in the afternoon when the sun illuminates the white limestone cliffs. Watch for the dramatic transition from the Mediterranean blue to the dense green forests of Central Europe.
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Aegean Islands
Early views of the Cyclades scattered across the deep blue Aegean Sea.
Mount Olympus
The legendary home of the Greek gods visible in the distance over the mainland.
Lake Balaton
The 'Hungarian Sea,' recognizable by its unique turquoise-green color and elongated shape.
Prague Cityscape
The spires and bridges of the Czech capital visible during the cruise phase over Central Europe.
Lusatian Lake District
A massive artificial lake plateau created from former open-cast mines in Eastern Germany.
Potsdam Palaces
The historic Sanssouci Palace and gardens visible just before crossing into Berlin airspace.
Excellent for morning flights to avoid direct sun glare. Look for the glint of the Danube River crossing under the aircraft mid-flight. During the approach to Berlin, this side often provides a clearer view of the sprawling Brandenburg suburbs.
Book Hotels in BerlinDistance: 2,132 km (1,325 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 51 min
Departure: HER (35.3396987915, 25.1802997589)
Arrival: TXL (52.5597, 13.2877)
Route Type: International
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