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JNX → ATH
Which side of the plane to sit from Naxos Airport (Cyclades Islands) to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (Athens)?
Right Side of the Plane
The Right Side offers a spectacular view of the Western Cyclades and the iconic Temple of Poseidon at Cape Sounion during the descent into Athens.
Paros & Antiparos
A perfect aerial perspective of the narrow channel and turquoise waters separating these two popular islands.
Kythnos & Serifos
Views of the Western Cyclades, featuring deep natural bays and traditional white-washed villages perched on ridgelines.
Temple of Poseidon
The ancient marble temple at Cape Sounion is often clearly visible on the cliff's edge during the descent from the south.
Lavrio & Makronisos
The historic silver mining town of Lavrio and the long, uninhabited island of Makronisos stretching alongside the coast.
Mesogeia Plain
The final glide path over the vineyards and olive groves of the Attic countryside surrounding the airport.
The right side is the 'scenic winner' for the approach into Athens. To see Cape Sounion, look down about 10-12 minutes before landing. Late afternoon flights provide stunning golden hour reflections on the Aegean Sea on this side.
Portara & Naxos Chora
Immediate views of the massive marble gate of the Temple of Apollo and the Venetian castle of Naxos town upon takeoff.
Ermoupoli, Syros
The neoclassical capital of the Cyclades is visible to the north, characterized by its two distinct church-topped hills.
Kea Island
The rugged, mountainous terrain of the northernmost Cycladic island as the plane turns toward the Attica peninsula.
Rafina Coastline
The busy port of Rafina and the sandy beaches of eastern Attica appear during the final approach pattern.
Sit on the left if you want the best view of Naxos town immediately after departure. Morning flights are ideal on this side to keep the sun behind you. If the plane approaches Athens from the north, you will also get a view of the Euboean Gulf.
Distance: 158 km (98 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 16 min
Departure: JNX (37.0811004639, 25.3680992126)
Arrival: ATH (37.9364013672, 23.944499969499997)
Route Type: Domestic
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