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JMK → VIE
Which side of the plane to sit from Mikonos Airport (Mykonos) to Vienna International Airport (Vienna)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior view of the Greek mainland, including the legendary Mount Olympus, followed by a dramatic traverse over the Balkan mountains and a scenic entry into the Alps.
Mykonos Town
Aerial views of the iconic white-washed Chora and the windmills shortly after takeoff from JMK.
Mount Olympus
Glimpse the home of the Greek gods, featuring the highest peaks in Greece rising from the mainland.
Dinaric Alps
Rugged karst topography and limestone peaks visible as the flight crosses Bosnia and Croatia.
Austrian Alps
The eastern edge of the Alps, including the Rax and Schneeberg mountains, during the initial descent.
Vienna Skyline
If landing from the south, the left side provides views of the city center and St. Stephen's Cathedral.
Choose the left side for afternoon flights to avoid the harsh glare of the sun while enjoying the sunset over the Adriatic. Keep a close watch for Mount Olympus approximately 30-40 minutes after departure. This side is also preferred for seeing the dense city layout of Vienna during the final approach on standard landing patterns.
Cyclades Archipelago
Detailed views of the northern Cycladic islands including Tinos and Andros early in the flight.
Mount Athos
The distinct, isolated peak of the monastic peninsula visible across the North Aegean Sea.
Belgrade
The strategic confluence where the Sava River meets the Danube, visible over the Serbian plains.
Lake Neusiedl
A massive, shallow steppe lake on the Austria-Hungary border passed just before landing.
Pannonian Basin
The vast, flat fertile plains of Central Europe stretching toward the horizon.
The right side is excellent for early morning flights to see the sunrise over the Aegean Sea. Look for the winding Danube River as you cross into the Pannonian Basin mid-flight. During the final approach, the right side often provides a great view of the airport infrastructure and the cargo facilities of Vienna International.
Distance: 1,384 km (860 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 51 min
Departure: JMK (37.43510055541992, 25.348100662231445)
Arrival: VIE (48.110298156738, 16.569700241089002)
Route Type: International
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