During takeoff, passengers on the right side can enjoy views of the island's rugged eastern coastline and the deep blue Aegean Sea as the plane climbs away from the volcanic landscape.
The left side is superior primarily for the departure view of the Santorini caldera and the sweeping vistas of the Adriatic coastline and the high Western Alps during the middle of the flight.
The left side offers an unbeatable vantage point for the Santorini Caldera upon departure and a stunning aerial view of the Athenian Riviera and Cape Sounion during the transit north.
The left side offers a front-row seat to the iconic Santorini Caldera upon departure, followed by stunning views of the Ionian islands and the spectacular snow-capped peaks of the Swiss and French Alps.
The left side offers an unparalleled departure view of the Santorini caldera and a prime perspective of the Swiss Alps and the Rhine valley upon descent into Cologne.
While both sides offer stunning views of the Aegean and the Alps, the right side provides a more detailed perspective of the intricate Croatian coastline and the highest concentrations of the Central Alpine peaks.
The left side is superior for this route as it offers the iconic view of the Santorini Caldera immediately upon departure and follows the breathtaking coastline of the Adriatic Sea, including the Croatian islands.
While both sides offer spectacular views, the Right Side is superior for its continuous coverage of the rugged Balkan coastline and the stunning Dalmatian archipelago of Croatia.
The Left Side is superior for this route because it offers an immediate view of the Santorini Caldera upon departure and a spectacular panorama of the London skyline, including the Shard and the Thames, during the standard approach into Heathrow.
The left side offers a stunning view of the Santorini Caldera immediately upon departure, followed by the breathtaking turquoise coastlines of the Adriatic Sea and a dramatic traverse over the snow-capped peaks of the Eastern Alps.
The left side offers an unparalleled vantage point of the Santorini Caldera immediately after takeoff and a magnificent sweep of the western Cyclades and the Saronikos Gulf.